Diagnosis and Correction of Reading Problems

by Darrell Morris

This widely adopted text and teacher resource provides a comprehensive approach to assessing and remediating reading difficulties in grades K-6. Darrell Morris presents rich case studies of beginning and older readers struggling with different types of reading problems. He shows how to administer a thorough diagnostic battery and provide instruction tailored to each student's needs. In addition to one-to-one tutoring strategies, small-group and whole-class applications are discussed. Reproducible tools, book lists, and other user-friendly materials can be photocopied from the book or downloaded and printed in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

 
New to This Edition
*Detailed explanations of how to adapt the techniques for classroom use.
*The latest research findings pertaining to reading diagnosis.
*Updated and expanded book lists.*Chapter on historical and theoretical foundations.

See also the Morris Informal Reading Inventory: Preprimer through Grade 8, a complementary assessment tool that yields systematic data on K-8 students' reading abilities.

305 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2008