Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction and Assessment, 6–12

by Martha C. Hougen (Editor), Dolores Perin (Editor), Abby Reisman (Contributor)

Prepare future educators to strengthen the literacy skills of students in Grades 6–12 with this introductory reading textbook, based on the latest research, the Common Core State Standards, and recommended instructional practices. The perfect first text on adolescent literacy, this expertly organized volume covers all the fundamentals of how reading and writing skills develop in older students and how to teach literacy within key academic content areas: language arts, math, science, and history. More than 20 of today's top authorities give educators the solid, practical background knowledge they'll need for the rest of their careers, as they shape the next generation of confident readers and writers.



PREPARE FUTURE EDUCATORS TO
teach the fundamental components of literacy, with special emphasis on fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension
address the Common Core State Standards

prepare students for college and career by teaching literacy in content areas

differentiate instruction for struggling students and English language learners
implement the highly effective RTI model and other multi-tiered systems of support
apply evidence-based instructional strategies in the classroom
use current legislation to inform classroom instruction


STUDENT-FRIENDLY FEATURES: Practical sample lesson plans for use in tutoring and student teaching, classroom examples illustrating recommended practices, helpful chapter objectives and summaries, in-class exercises and homework assignments, an appendix of formative assessment strategies.

Genres: Education

320 pages, Hardcover

First published September 23, 2014