Improving the Reading of Academically Untalented Students

Research leaves little doubt that poor reading is a prime factor in unsatisfactory work in various school subjects. The problem of the handicapped reader in high school has so many facets that no one is likely to agree with any one set of solutions. However, readers will find in this article a number of concrete suggestions for materials, procedures, and administrative arrangements that may help the student crippled in reading. Mr. Mingoia is the reading coordinator for the Barstow, California, Public Schools