Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction Assessment Pre K–6 2e Slide Deck.pdf
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Contents
1 About Fundamentals of Literacy
Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K–6
2 Interior Features
3 New Content
4 Online Companion Materials
About Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K–6, Second Edition
About the Book
Understand the science of reading and how to implement evidence–based instruction to increase the reading and writing achievement of pre-K–6 students, including those at risk for reading difficulties. Fully revised and updated, this core text covers the research base for structured literacy instruction and practical guidance on the essential components of literacy instruction:
- oral language ◦ vocabulary ◦ handwriting
- phonemic awareness ◦ fluency ◦ spelling
- phonics ◦ comprehension ◦ writing
Engaging, pragmatic, and accessible, this book is an essential text for preservice teacher candidates and a valuable resource for experienced teachers, teacher educators, administrators, and other professionals involved in teaching foundational literacy skills.
About the Editors
Martha C. Hougen, Ph.D.
As a general and special education teacher, public school administrator, and university faculty member, Dr. Hougen has dedicated her work to improve the achievement of students who struggle with learning. She supports teacher educators, teacher candidates, classroom teachers, and specialists to implement the science of literacy. Read Dr. Hougen’s full bio
Susan M. Smartt, Ph.D.
As a senior research associate at Vanderbilt University, Dr. Smartt engaged in research, writing, and teaching focused on improving teacher preparation in reading. Previously, she was a national literacy consultant with state departments, teacher preparation programs, and local school districts focusing on school reform, reading intervention for low-performing schools, using data to inform practice, developing Response to Intervention initiatives, and implementing scientifically based literacy programs. Read Dr. Smartt’s full bio
Invited Contributors
◦ Stephanie Al Otaiba, Ph.D. ◦ Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, Ed.D. ◦ Suzanne Carreker, M.Ed., Ph.D. ◦ Christie L. Cavanaugh, M.Ed., Ph.D. ◦ Elaine Cheesman, Ph.D. ◦ Stephen Ciullo, Ph.D. ◦ Sally Valentino Drew, Ph.D. ◦ Darcy Dycha, M.Ed. ◦ Jan Hasbrouck, Ph.D. ◦ Susan M. Ebbers, M.S. ◦ Vicki Gibson, Ph.D. ◦ Heather Haynes Smith, Ph.D. ◦ Karin K. Hess, Ed.D. ◦ Kristie Hotchkiss, M.S. ◦ Susanne James, Ph.D. ◦ Natalie G. Olinghouse, Ph.D. ◦ Miriam Ortiz, Ph.D. ◦ Deborah K. Reed, Ph.D. ◦ Colleen Klein Reutebuch, Ph.D. ◦ Carol Tolman, Ph.D. ◦ Joshua Wilson, Ph.D.
Interior Features
About the Features
Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K–6, Second Edition includes a variety of features designed to enhance reader understanding.
Examples include:
- Authentic classroom scenarios
- Learning objectives
- Key terms
- Vignettes
- Sample activities and scripts
- Tables and figures
- Reflect boxes
- Chapter conclusions
Knowledge Assessment Questions
The four to six multiple-choice Knowledge Assessment questions included at the end of each chapter address key concepts to aid reader comprehension.
Application Activities
Each chapter concludes with application activities to do with a colleague, on your own, and with a student to advance learning.
References
Citations include review articles, reports of study findings, research findings, and other key references that can be used to find additional information.
Appendices
In addition to the Glossary, there are five other helpful appendices included.
New Content
New chapters focused on…
- Assessment basics
- Standards to guide instruction
- English learners
- Development of social-emotional skills and early language
- Supportive technology
- Role of reflection in planning instruction
- Advanced word study
Revised chapters on…
- Foundational skills of literacy acquisition and instruction to develop phonological and phonemic awareness
- Basic phonics
- Beginning and advanced handwriting, spelling, composition, and strategic writing
- Fluency
- Vocabulary
- Comprehension
- Disciplinary literacy
New Features
- Reflect boxes that encourage critical thought
- Multiple-choice Knowledge Assessment questions
- Revised Application Activities
- Vignettes, case studies, numbered text boxes, and sample activities and scripts
Online Companion Materials
About the Materials
Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K–6, Second Edition offers online companion materials to supplement and expand the knowledge and strategies provided in this text.
About the Reader Materials
All purchasers of this book can access, download, and print the following from the Brookes Download Hub:
- Online Resources Appendix
- Select forms
- Appendices A–E from the text
About the Faculty Materials
Faculty can access, download, and print the following from the Brookes Download Hub:
- Sample syllabi and instructor guidelines
- PowerPoint presentations for each chapter
- Answer key for Knowledge Assessment questions