Literacy instruction for English language learners, Pre-K-2 / Diane M. Barone, Shelley Hong Xu.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Barone, Diane M.

Contributor:

Xu, Shelley Hong, 1964-

Series:

Solving problems in the teaching of literacy

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

English language--Study and teaching--Foreign speakers.

English language.

English language--Study and teaching (Primary).

Bilingualism.

Language acquisition.

Physical Description:

ix, 278 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Place of Publication:

New York : Guilford Press, [2008]

Summary:

Summarizing current research and weaving it into practical instructional strategies that teachers can immediately use with young English language learners (ELLs), this book addresses a major priority for today's primary-grade classrooms. All aspects of effective instruction for ELLs are explored: oral language development and instruction, materials, word study, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, and home-school connections. Assessment is discussed throughout, and is also covered in a separate chapter. The volume is packed with realistic examples, lesson planning ideas, book lists, online resources, and reproducibles. Discussion and reflection questions enhance its utility as a professional development tool or course text.

Contents:

Chapter 1 Creating Classrooms to Engage Learners 1

Chapter 2 Working with Families 26

Chapter 3 Assessment 60

Chapter 4 Oral Language Development and Instruction 83

Chapter 5 Encouraging All Students to Become Writers 109

Chapter 6 Instructional Materials Supportive of Student Learning 137

Chapter 7 Phonics, Spelling, and Vocabulary 171

Chapter 8 Engaging English Language Learners in the Comprehension Process 199

Chapter 9 Visits to Classrooms and Schools 238.

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 257-273) and index.

ISBN:

9781593856021

1593856024

9781593856038

1593856032

OCLC:

156994425