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The perfect first text for literacy teachers

New!
Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction and Assessment, Pre-K–6
Edited by Martha C. Hougen, Ph.D., & Susan M. Smartt, Ph.D.

"A comprehensive and well-organized volume on how to teach literacy skills based on current scientific evidence ... should be required reading for professionals interested in improving literacy skills at all levels." —R. Malatesha Joshi, Ph.D., Professor of Reading/Language Arts Education, ESL, and Educational Psychology, Texas A&M University, College Station

"The evidence-based, practical suggestions and resources will enhance your knowledge and help you provide student-focused, high quality instruction and productive practice." —Vicki Gibson, Ph.D., Chairman/CEO, Gibson Hasbrouck & Associates

For future literacy teachers just beginning their professional education, nothing's more important than the first core text that builds their foundation for classroom success. That's why every preservice teacher should start with this introductory reading textbook, ideal for teaching fundamental literacy skills to students in pre-K–Grade 6.

Based on cutting-edge research, best practices, and the newest professional standards, this core literacy textbook is a must for tomorrow's teachers because it

  • Focuses on pre-K–Grade 6—critical years for mastering the basics of literacy and becoming a successful reader

  • Covers every key element of reading: oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, alphabetic principle, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, handwriting, spelling, and writing

  • Fully explains the new Common Core State Standards and links them explicitly with each key reading component

  • Highlights best assessment practices for each reading component and makes clear connections between assessment and effective instruction

  • Weaves RTI guidance throughout, so teachers can implement this highly effective model in their own classrooms

  • Includes contributions from highly respected experts in reading instruction (see box)

  • Advances differentiated instruction and inclusion, with guidance on teaching struggling students and English language learners

  • Prepares educators for the real world of teaching, with ready-to-use tips on addressing all the elements of reading instruction in their allotted classroom time

  • Examines current legislation, including the reauthorization of the Early and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) and what it means for classroom instruction

Expertly organized and student-friendly, this practical text makes complex material easy to learn with case studies and classroom examples, scripted demonstrations of lessons, in-class exercises, chapter objectives, glossary terms, engaging photos, and short summaries of key information. And each chapter includes sample assignments ideal for tutors or student teachers, so they can immediately translate their knowledge into effective instruction.

The essential first step in every reading teacher's professional preparation, this accessible textbook lays a solid foundation for future coursework—and for a successful career of shaping confident, competent readers.

With contributions from top experts:
  • Stephanie Al Otaiba

  • Suzanne Carreker

  • Christie L. Cavanaugh

  • Stephen Ciullo

  • Darcy Dycha

  • Susan M. Ebbers

  • Jan Hasbrouck

  • Heather A. Haynes

  • Elfrieda H. Hiebert

  • Kristie Hotchkiss

  • Natalie G. Olinghouse

  • Colleen Klein Reutebuch

  • Joshua Wilson




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ISBN 978-1-59857-205-6
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Table of Contents

About the Editors
About the Contributors
Preface
Acknowledgments and Credits

1. Becoming an Effective Literacy Teacher: Introduction
Martha C. Hougen

2. The Critical Components of Effective Reading Instruction
Martha C. Hougen

3. Oral Language and Listening Skill Development in Early Childhood
Christie L. Cavanaugh

4. Phonological Awareness: A Critical Foundation for Beginning Reading
Stephanie Al Otaiba & Martha C. Hougen

5. Effective Phonics Instruction
Martha C. Hougen

6. Beginning Handwriting, Spelling, and Composition Instruction
Suzanne Carreker

7. The Common Core State Standards and Text Complexity
Elfrieda H. Hiebert

8. Fluency Instruction
Jan Hasbrouck & Martha C. Hougen

9. What Is Important to Know About Words of Written Language
Elfrieda H. Hiebert

10. A Comprehensive, Interactive Approach to Vocabulary Development
Martha C. Hougen & Susan M. Ebbers

11. Comprehension, Grades K–3
Darcy Dycha

12. Comprehension, Grades 4–6
Stephen Ciullo & Colleen Klein Reutebuch

13. Strategic, Meaningful, and Effective Writing Instruction for Elementary Students
Natalie G. Olinghouse & Joshua Wilson

14. Disciplinary Literacy
Kristie Hotchkiss & Susan M. Smartt

15. Current Laws, Policies, Initiatives, Common Core State Standards, and Response to Intervention
Susan M. Smartt

16. Putting It All Together: Becoming an Effective Literacy Teacher
Martha C. Hougen & Heather Haynes

17. Ten Tips to Becoming an Effective Teacher
Martha C. Hougen & Susan M. Smartt

Appendix A: "Recipe" for a Sticky Board
Appendix B: Say It and Move It Card
Appendix C: Helpful Web Sites
Appendix D: Lesson Plan Template
Appendix E: Glossary

Index



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