Effects of Summer Break on Math and Spelling Performance as a Function of Grade Level

Allinder, Rose M.; Fuchs, Lynn S.; Fuchs, Douglas; Hamlett, Carol L.

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“…Declines in abilities were found from grade 1 throughout grade 8 (e.g., grade 1 to 4 studies by Alexander et al, 2001;Moore, 2010;Allinder et al, 1992;grade 7, 8 in a study by Pelavin & David, 1977). Gershenson (2013) attempted to identify reasons for the different development of children during summer vacation.…”

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“…An overwhelming majority of surveys that were reviewed for this article found summer learning losses in mathematics (e.g., Alexander, Entwisle, & Olson, 2001;Allinder, Fuchs, Fuchs, & Hamlett, 1992;Cooper et al, 1996;Moore, 2010;Pelavin & David, 1977). However, the extent of learning losses varied depending on the domains and existing skills in mathematics as well as family-related variables.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Research results on spelling resemble those on mathematics skills. Most studies found decreases in students' skills, which were moderated by the family's socio-economic status (Allinder et al, 1992).…”

Section: Summer Learning Loss In Other Knowledge Domainsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…In nearly all American studies, students' cognitive developments were moderated by parent's socio-economic status and their educational level. Depending on these moderating variables, children's knowledge and skills deteriorated or improved over the course of the summer vacation (e.g., Allinder et al, 1992;Cooper et al, 1996;Cooper, Valentine, Chariton, & Melson, 2003;Alexander et al, 2001Alexander et al, , 2007Alexander et al, , 2012. In contrast, the few European studies that exist found limited evidence for moderating variables.…”

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The Effects of Nine-Week Summer Vacation: Losses in Mathematics and Gains in Reading

Paechter

Luttenberger

Macher

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EURASIA J MATH SCI T

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Summer vacations interrupt the rhythm of learning and may result in a loss of knowledge and skills. This study investigates summer learning losses in an Austrian sample with nine-week summer vacations. The results show losses as well as gains for students in lower secondary education (182 students between 10 and 12 years old). Students experienced losses in arithmetic problem solving (measured by the HAWIK IV intelligence test) and spelling (measured by the standardized spelling test HSP 5-9), but gains in reading (measured by the Salzburg Reading-Screening, SLS-8). Losses or gains in a knowledge domain appear to depend on the degree of practice during the summer vacation. Contrary to American studies, students could make up for their losses within nine weeks following the re-start of school. In addition, socio-economic variables such as the mother's educational background had a small impact on summer learning losses in arithmetic problem solving.

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Section: Summer Learning Loss In Mathematical Knowledge and Skillsmentioning

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Section: Summer Learning Loss In Other Knowledge Domainsmentioning

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The Effects of Nine-Week Summer Vacation: Losses in Mathematics and Gains in Reading

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Luttenberger

Macher

et al. 2015

EURASIA J MATH SCI T

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“…CBMs are proven to be reliable and valid indicators of student knowledge and academic progress and have significant advantages over standardized instruments because they are brief, repeatable over a short time and sensitive to changes in knowledge (Hintze, Ryan & Stoner, 2003;Shinn et al, 1992). Allinder Fuchs, Fuchs and Hamlett (1992) conducted one of the first studies that used CBMs as a way to monitor changes in academic abilities over the summer months. They examined the raw scores of second through fifth grade students' performance on spelling and math assessments.…”

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Improving Literacy Through Instruction and Community Experiences: : The effect of a summer program on literacy outcomes of students from low Ses homes

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DEDICATION I would like to dedicate this dissertation to those that have loved unconditionally.To my Heavenly Father, I give thanks that you loved me from the beginning.To my mom and dad in Delaware, thank you for laying the foundation of an early love for literature and a childhood filled with such enriching experiences.To Carol, my kindred spirit. Thank you for your quiet strength and steadfast determination.To my dad, my biggest fan. Thank you for the support and encouragement as I worked toward my goals.To Andy, who found me along the way, took my hand and had faith that I would find the finish line. I love you.iv ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

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Using Curriculum-Based Measurement to Examine Summer Learning Loss

Patton

Reschly²

2013

Psychol. Schs.

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Summer loss of reading is a potential factor in maintaining, and potentially widening, the achievement gap. This study used curriculum-based measurement of reading (R-CBM) to investigate the effect of the summer on reading. For this study, 317 students in Grades 2 to 5 were assessed in the spring and fall using Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills Oral Reading Fluency (ORF) measure. Repeated measures analysis of variance modeled overall change in ORF scores by grade, family income, ethnic minority status, English language learner status, and special education (SPED) status. Students in Grades 2 and 3 evidenced overall summer loss, whereas students in Grades 4 and 5 did not exhibit summer loss. In addition, students in Grade 2 showed differential loss based on family income and SPED status. These results support the broadening application of R-CBM and add to the summer loss literature. Findings are discussed relative to prevention and intervention. C

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Effects of Summer Break on Math and Spelling Performance as a Function of Grade Level

Cited by 32 publications

References 18 publications

The Effects of Nine-Week Summer Vacation: Losses in Mathematics and Gains in Reading

The Effects of Nine-Week Summer Vacation: Losses in Mathematics and Gains in Reading

Improving Literacy Through Instruction and Community Experiences: : The effect of a summer program on literacy outcomes of students from low Ses homes

Using Curriculum-Based Measurement to Examine Summer Learning Loss

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