International Journal of Academic Research in Education and Review

Vol. 11(5), pp. 133-138, October 2023

ISSN: 2360-7866

https://doi.org/10.14662/ijarer2023280

 

Full Length Research

 

 

Multiple fluency strategy: a panacea for improving oral reading amongst students with reading disabilities

 

Prof. IzukaJ.Iheanacho,1 Dr. Samuel B. Milaham2 and Patrick M. Akos3

 

Department of Special Education and Rehabilitation Sciences, Faculty of Education, University of Jos. 1Email:izuka2008@yahoo.com, 2Email: samuelmilaham@gmail.com

Corresponding author’s E-mail: pashakos56@gmail.com.  

Accepted 18 October 2023

Abstract

Abstract: Reading is a basic component of instruction for all learners including learners with special learning needs. The use of relevant and researchbased strategies in curbing reading difficulties amongst learners with reading disabilities is inevitable. The thrust of this paper was to examine multiple fluency strategy for improving oral reading amongst learners with reading disabilities. The concept of reading disabilities, oral reading and students with reading disabilities and multiple fluency strategy and reading are highlighted. In addition, the procedures in using fluency strategy in oral reading are highlighted. The benefits of multiple fluency strategy in curbing reading difficulties amongst learners with reading disabilities are outlined. Finally, the paper presents a way forward in promoting the effective use of multiple fluency in improving oral reading amongst learners with reading disabilities.

 

Key Words: Multiple Fluency Strategy, Oral Reading and Students with Reading Disabilities.

Paper type: research