Reading comprehension : strategies for independent learners / Camille Blachowicz, Donna Ogle.
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.
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- ISBN: 9781593857554 (pbk. : alk. paper)
- ISBN: 1593857551 (pbk. : alk. paper)
- ISBN: 9781593857561 (hardcover : alk. paper)
- ISBN: 159385756X (hardcover : alk. paper)
- Physical Description: xiv, 304 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
- Edition: 2nd ed.
- Publisher: New York : Guilford Press, c2008.
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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. |
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Subject: | Reading comprehension > Study and teaching (Elementary) > United States. Reading (Elementary) > United States. Individualized instruction > United States. |
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