Research Symposium

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Enhancing Literacy Through Morphological Awareness: The MAP-R Intervention for Diverse Learners

Abstract

Morphological awareness plays a crucial role in language and literacy development, particularly for students with disabilities, multilingual learners, and those who are d/Deaf or hard of hearing (D/HH). The Morphological Analysis Pathway to Reading (MAP-R) project is a computer-delivered intervention designed to enhance morphological knowledge, academic vocabulary, and reading comprehension through an interactive e-learning platform. This study investigates the effectiveness of MAP-R in improving students’ literacy outcomes by providing explicit morphological instruction, direct vocabulary teaching, and on-demand Spanish and sign language support.
The intervention, implemented three days per week for 15-20 minutes, engages third and fourth-grade students in structured activities that reinforce word structure and meaning. Writing samples are collected and analyzed using MorphoLex, a writing sample analysis tool that assesses the complexity of words, including base words, inflections, and derivational morphemes. Additionally, pre- and post-intervention language assessments and embedded weekly quizzes track individual student progress over the 16-week study period.
In our findings we hope to see a significant improvement in morphological awareness, vocabulary acquisition, and reading comprehension, with students demonstrating increased use of base words and morphemes in writing tasks. These results would suggest that MAP-R is an effective tool for enhancing literacy skills in diverse student populations. Future research will explore the long-term impact of the intervention and potential adaptations for broader educational settings.

Keywords: morpholex, child language development, literacy intervention