"Dispels the myths regarding culturally diverse learners and provides concrete strategies that any teacher can easily implement. The book contains current research from the most reputable sources in the field and is a must-read for every teacher." -Akina Luckett-Canty, Special Education Teacher Brighton Middle School, Birmingham, AL "This text addresses the literacy needs of learners who have been 'left behind.'" -Ursula Thomas-Fair, Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education University of West Georgia Give students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the literacy skills to succeed! All students bring unique cultural and language experiences to their learning. Offering perspectives from experts in diversity and literacy, this clearly organized, comprehensive resource illustrates how teachers can improve reading achievement for students from diverse backgrounds by combining research-supported best practices with culturally responsive instruction. Culturally Responsive Literacy Instruction connects students' backgrounds, interests, and experiences to the standards-based curriculum. Teachers will find effective practices to help plan, implement, manage, and evaluate literacy instruction for students with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This book provides: A range of interventions that support five critical areas of reading instruction-phonemic awareness, phonics/decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension Learning materials that take advantage of multicultural literature, themes, and topics Guidelines for helping students connect language and literacy tasks to their own cultural knowledge and experiences Make a significant difference in all your students' reading success with effective, culturally responsive teaching practices!
"Dispels the myths regarding culturally diverse learners and provides concrete strategies that any teacher can easily implement. The book contains current research from the most reputable sources in the field and is a must-read for every teacher." -Akina Luckett-Canty, Special Education Teacher Brighton Middle School, Birmingham, AL "This text addresses the literacy needs of learners who have been 'left behind.'" -Ursula Thomas-Fair, Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education University of West Georgia Give students from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the literacy skills to succeed! All students bring unique cultural and language experiences to their learning. Offering perspectives from experts in diversity and literacy, this clearly organized, comprehensive resource illustrates how teachers can improve reading achievement for students from diverse backgrounds by combining research-supported best practices with culturally responsive instruction. Culturally Responsive Literacy Instruction connects students' backgrounds, interests, and experiences to the standards-based curriculum. Teachers will find effective practices to help plan, implement, manage, and evaluate literacy instruction for students with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This book provides: A range of interventions that support five critical areas of reading instruction-phonemic awareness, phonics/decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension Learning materials that take advantage of multicultural literature, themes, and topics Guidelines for helping students connect language and literacy tasks to their own cultural knowledge and experiences Make a significant difference in all your students' reading success with effective, culturally responsive teaching practices!
"An in-depth, effectively organized resource guide for teachers at all grade levels, putting meaningful, practical strategies and activities just a page-turn away. Filled with the voices of teachers and students, this book won't have time to gather dust on the shelf." -Ruth Devlin, ELL Teacher Paradise Professional Development School, Las Vegas, NV "I love the way the book addresses specific behaviors and classroom situations. The format is consistent throughout the text, which makes finding information on a specific topic, skill, or content area easy." -Roxie Ahlbrecht, Second-Grade Teacher Robert Frost Elementary School, Sioux Falls, SD Evidence-based practices for delivering instruction that meets students' diverse learning needs! The increased inclusion of students with disabilities and learning differences in the general education elementary classroom has challenged novice and expert educators to seek more effective ways of meeting diverse learning needs. This detailed guide offers easy access to information about effective teaching methods that allow educators to be more responsive to individual concerns. 63 Tactics for Teaching Diverse Learners, K-6 presents successful, teacher-tested instructional methods that can be used across content areas and grade levels for elementary students with or without disabilities. The authors provide a practical, research-based teaching model that focuses on planning, managing, delivering, and evaluating instruction. Readers will find: Descriptions of how to teach students with diverse learning styles and needs Feedback from teachers on how to implement or modify each tactic Information to help teachers choose appropriate strategies for specific subjects, grades, or learning difficulties Motivational and multifaceted, this resource is an essential tool for providing an informed approach that improves academic performance for all elementary students.
"An in-depth, effectively organized resource guide for teachers at all grade levels, putting meaningful, practical strategies and activities just a page-turn away. Filled with the voices of teachers and students, this book won't have time to gather dust on the shelf." -Ruth Devlin, ELL Teacher Paradise Professional Development School, Las Vegas, NV "I love the way the book addresses specific behaviors and classroom situations. The format is consistent throughout the text, which makes finding information on a specific topic, skill, or content area easy." -Roxie Ahlbrecht, Second-Grade Teacher Robert Frost Elementary School, Sioux Falls, SD Evidence-based practices for delivering instruction that meets students' diverse learning needs! The increased inclusion of students with disabilities and learning differences in the general education elementary classroom has challenged novice and expert educators to seek more effective ways of meeting diverse learning needs. This detailed guide offers easy access to information about effective teaching methods that allow educators to be more responsive to individual concerns. 63 Tactics for Teaching Diverse Learners, K-6 presents successful, teacher-tested instructional methods that can be used across content areas and grade levels for elementary students with or without disabilities. The authors provide a practical, research-based teaching model that focuses on planning, managing, delivering, and evaluating instruction. Readers will find: Descriptions of how to teach students with diverse learning styles and needs Feedback from teachers on how to implement or modify each tactic Information to help teachers choose appropriate strategies for specific subjects, grades, or learning difficulties Motivational and multifaceted, this resource is an essential tool for providing an informed approach that improves academic performance for all elementary students.
"An excellent resource for both beginning and experienced literacy coaches. This well-conceived book is grounded in a realistic understanding of what it means to work collaboratively and effectively in the demanding world of today's schools." -Dorothy S. Strickland, Samuel DeWitt Proctor Professor of Education Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey "If a coach could only have one book to help with the daunting task of advancing teachers' instructional knowledge and skills, then this is the text to own. Coaches everywhere have been waiting for a book like this!" -Connie Molony, Reading Intervention Specialist Fargo Public Schools, ND A concise reference with essential protocols for successful early literacy coaching! Literacy coaches have become an increasingly important part of school literacy teams. As a result, there is a greater need for understanding the issues related to this growing position. This book addresses those issues and highlights the expanding role of literacy coaches in early and elementary literacy programs. Chapters feature user-friendly guidelines and evidence-based strategies for sustained professional development, protocols for classroom observations and teacher conferences, and vignettes offering solutions to common coaching challenges. Coaches will discover how to: Define an effective, proactive role in promoting literacy initiatives Strengthen content knowledge and coaching skills to support teachers' efforts and students' literacy development Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to establish productive learning communities Communicate their changing roles to administrators Insightful and thought-provoking, The Literacy Coach's Companion, PreK-3 is a must-have resource for pursuing professional growth as a literacy coach.
"An excellent resource for both beginning and experienced literacy coaches. This well-conceived book is grounded in a realistic understanding of what it means to work collaboratively and effectively in the demanding world of today's schools." -Dorothy S. Strickland, Samuel DeWitt Proctor Professor of Education Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey "If a coach could only have one book to help with the daunting task of advancing teachers' instructional knowledge and skills, then this is the text to own. Coaches everywhere have been waiting for a book like this!" -Connie Molony, Reading Intervention Specialist Fargo Public Schools, ND A concise reference with essential protocols for successful early literacy coaching! Literacy coaches have become an increasingly important part of school literacy teams. As a result, there is a greater need for understanding the issues related to this growing position. This book addresses those issues and highlights the expanding role of literacy coaches in early and elementary literacy programs. Chapters feature user-friendly guidelines and evidence-based strategies for sustained professional development, protocols for classroom observations and teacher conferences, and vignettes offering solutions to common coaching challenges. Coaches will discover how to: Define an effective, proactive role in promoting literacy initiatives Strengthen content knowledge and coaching skills to support teachers' efforts and students' literacy development Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to establish productive learning communities Communicate their changing roles to administrators Insightful and thought-provoking, The Literacy Coach's Companion, PreK-3 is a must-have resource for pursuing professional growth as a literacy coach.
"The lessons build on one another and are clearly sequenced from teacher-led instruction to group instruction to independent practice. Readers will find suggested accountability and differentiated instruction ideas right at their fingertips. It is hard to find books targeted to the early grades, and this one covers many areas important to the K-3 educator." -Tanya Phaturos, Reading Specialist Park Elementary School, Holbrook, AZ "Emphasizes practical activities presented in a consistent format that can be used with students to enhance their literacy development." -Wanda Mangum, Language Arts Instructional Coach Gwinnett County Public Schools, GA Research-proven strategies to foster early literacy success! Building strong literacy skills is the basis for helping all children read by the end of third grade. This hands-on guide shows teachers how to use research-based strategies and structured lessons to teach essential skills for literacy success in Grades K-3. The activities are designed by literacy specialists and teachers to build proficiency in four key areas: recognizing and naming letters, hearing and manipulating sounds in words, associating sounds with letters and using them to form words, and reading words in connected text effortlessly. Addressing the needs of a diverse classroom, this book offers: Assessment guidelines and tools that inform instruction and help adjust teaching to support individual learning needs An array of ready-to-use strategies, tips, and reproducibles Research on teaching early literacy skills to all students This book is designed for educators and other professionals who teach children of any proficiency level, but is equally appropriate for teaching students who experience difficulty in learning to read.
In The Fundamentals of Special Education, authors Bob Algozzine and Jim Ysseldyke highlight the major concepts in special education, providing readers with a better understanding of the field, from disability categories and statistics to appropriate learning environments. Including a pre-test, post-test, and key vocabulary terms, this practical guide answers the many questions educators have about special education, including o What is "special education" exactly, and why do we have it? o How many students receive special education services and who are they? o How are students identified for special education services? o Where are students with disabilities taught? o What is an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)? o What roles do general and special education teachers play in addressing the needs of students with disabilities, and how do their responsibilities overlap? o How does diversity influence special education? o What about students who are gifted and/or talented?
Practical knowledge and methods designed to help exceptional students soar! A Practical Approach to Special Education for Every Teacher: The 13-Book Collection equips educators with practical knowledge and methods that will help them to better engage students in exploring-and achieving-their fullest potential. Buy all 13 Paperback Books in Slipcase and SAVE 25%-over $64! The modules cover: *The Fundamentals of Special Education *The Legal Foundations of Special Education *Effective Assessment for Students With Special Needs*Effective Instruction for Students With Special Needs *Working With Families and Community Agencies to Support Students With Special Needs *Public Policy, School Reform, and Special Education*Teaching Students With Sensory Disabilities*Teaching Students With Medical, Physical, and Multiple Disabilities*Teaching Students With Learning Disabilities*Teaching Students With Communication Disorders*Teaching Students With Emotional Disturbance*Teaching Students With Mental Retardation *Teaching Students With Gifts and Talents
