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Adolescent literacy research and practice / edited by Tamara L. Jetton, Janice A. Dole.

Jetton, Tamara L. (Added Author). Dole, Janice A. (Added Author).

Summary:

Addresses the role of literacy instruction in enhancing content-area learning and fostering student motivation and success well beyond the primary grades. Examines the unique literacy needs of middle school and high school students; identifies effective practices and interventions. Reviews current knowledge with contributions from leading authorities covering: development of literacy skills in grades 5-12; special challenges of English language learners and culturally diverse students; implications for teacher training, policy, future research.

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  • ISBN: 1593850212 (paper)
  • Physical Description: xii, 468 p. ; 23 cm.
  • Publisher: New York : Guilford Press, c2004.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Teaching content domains through literacy -- Teaching adolescents with literacy difficulties -- Critical issues in adolescent literacy -- Reflections on theory and current practice
Subject: Reading (Middle school) > United States.
Language arts (Secondary) > United States.
Language arts (Middle school) > United States.
Literacy > Adolescents > Study and teaching.
Reading (Secondary) > United States.
Language arts (High school) > United States.
Reading (High school) > United States.

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  • 1 of 1 copy available at Decoda Literacy Library.

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Decoda Literacy Library 371.3 J48 2004 (Text) 35410000016394 General Collection Volume hold Available -


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