Literacy Links

Project SEEL: Part I - Introduces SEEL origins (it was first implemented in a dual-language kindergarten) and the how and why of SEEL. The focus is on children from Spanish-speaking backgrounds who seem to be particularly susceptible to literacy problems. Talks about the different components used for instruction and the importance of engagement in early literacy instruction.

Culatta, B., Aslet, R., Fife, M., & Setzer, L. A. (2004). Project SEEL: Part I. Systematic and Engaging Early Literacy Instruction. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 25(2), 79-88.

Project SEEL: Part II - Explains why computer media (books and activities) that target specific literacy skills are important for Spanish-speaking kindergarteners. Talks about the development of digital books and activities.

Culatta, B., Culatta, R., Frost, M., & Buzzell, K. (2004). Project SEEL: Part II. Using technology to Enhance Early Literacy Instruction in Spanish. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 25(2), 89-96.

Project SEEL: Part III - Tells about the findings from SEEL implementation in the dual-language kindergarten. There was skill improvement and satisfaction with the program from all involved. Children were found to participate more and enjoy the activities. Research procedures outlined and supporting data revealed.

Culatta, B., Setzer, L. A., Wilson, C., & Aslett, R. (2004). Project SEEL: Part III. Children’s Engagement and Progress Attainments. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 25(3), 127-144.

Early Literacy Instruction in a Dual-Language (Spanish-English) Kindergarten - Outlines the SEEL study and its effectiveness. Gives description of SEEL settings, procedures and ideals. Compares two different classrooms, one using SEEL, and shows that as instruction time increases, so does learning. Engagement is higher in the SEEL classroom. Performance is higher in SEEL classroom.

Culatta, B., Reese, M., & Setzer, L. A. (2006). Early Literacy Instruction in a Dual-Language (Spanish-English) Kindergarten. Communication Disorders Quarterly, 27(2), 67-82.

The Development of the Early Expository Comprehension Assessment (EECA) - Introduced the Early Expository Comprehension Assessment (EECA) and tested its reliability. Findings showed that it was a reliable assessment. The article outlines their findings.

Hall, K. M., Markham, J. C., & Culatta, B. (2005). The Development of the Early Expository Comprehension Assessment (EECA). Communication Disorders Quarterly, 26(4), 195-206.