Beyond Elkonin Boxes: Using Multisensory Strategies to Master Decodable High Frequency Words with First Graders

Authors

Kelle DeWine, Beavercreek School DistrictFollow
Hannah Chai, Wright State UniversityFollow

Keywords

Multisensory strategies, Decodable High Frequency Words, Elkonin Boxes

Abstract

Increasing engagement may enable struggling readers to catch up with their peers. This study examined the impact of using multisensory strategies with Elkonin boxes to teach decodable words to first grade students. The study found that student interest impacted engagement, particularly when it was a combination of auditory, tactile, and visual. Multisensory strategies enabled the high frequency words to enter the memory system through multiple channels, thereby creating stronger learning and higher engagement.

Recommended Citation

DeWine, Kelle and Chai, Hannah (2024) "Beyond Elkonin Boxes: Using Multisensory Strategies to Master Decodable High Frequency Words with First Graders," Mid-Western Educational Researcher: Vol. 36: Iss. 1, Article 1.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25035/mwer.36.01.01
Available at: https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/mwer/vol36/iss1/1

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

https://doi.org/10.25035/mwer.36.01.01