Teaching Reading in Today''s Elementary Schools
Roe; Smith; KolodziejSinopsis ebook
TEACHING READING IN TODAY S ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS sets the standard for reading instruction to ensure that aspiring teachers are able to help students learn the mechanics of word recognition how to comprehend what they read and enjoy the process The book advocates a balanced approach to reading presenting newer approaches with more traditional approaches that have proven value such as phonics vocabulary instruction and strategies for literal and higher order comprehension Practices are featured such as use of recent technologies for literacy learning varying approaches with attention to dealing with the many types of diverse learners in today s classrooms and use of close reading techniques with appropriate materials to enhance the learning experience New chapters are devoted to diversity and fluency Praxis CCSS and edTPA assistance is also incorporated