Spencer, Doris2017-06-202017-06-2019581958b14640661https://hdl.handle.net/2144/22524Thesis (Ed.D.)--Boston University.The purpose of this study is the construction and evaluation of lessons which combine independent word analysis practice with meaningful response to the new words analyzed. The word-study lessons are evaluated as they affect: achievement in spelling, reading, word recognition, visual memory of word patterns, pronunciation, rscognition of homophones and phonetic ability.en-USBased on investigation of the BU Libraries' staff, this work is free of known copyright restrictions.Thesis/Dissertation