Reading comprehension : strategies for independent learners

Blachowicz, Camille L. Z. (Author). Ogle, Donna. (Added Author).

Summary: This book presents research-based strategies for comprehension instruction. It offers specific practices to help students compare and evaluate print and online sources, develop vocabulary, build study and test-taking skills, and become motivated readers. Includes sample activities, classroom- and text-based examples, and resource lists for K-9 students. The information may be modified and adapted for working with adult literacy learners.

Record details

ISBN: 9781593857554 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN: 1593857551 (pbk. : alk. paper)
ISBN: 9781593857561 (hardcover : alk. paper)
ISBN: 159385756X (hardcover : alk. paper)
Physical Description: print
xiv, 304 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: New York : Guilford Press, c2008.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 283-293) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

Chapter 1: Learning about comprehension from good readers -- Chapter 2: A closer look at comprehension: context, processes, strategies and instruction -- Chapter 3: Creating an effective classroom for comprehension instruction -- Chapter 4: Finding a starting point: ways to assess comprehension -- Chapter 5: Strategies for reading for information -- Chapter 6: Strategies for reading fiction -- Chapter 7: Strategies for vocabulary development -- Chapter 8: Strategies for engaging in research -- Chapter 9: Strategies for performing tasks, studying, and taking tests -- Chapter 10: Strategies that encourage lifelong reading -- References -- Index.