Improving Comprehension Instruction: Rethinking Research, Theory, and Classroom Practice
Cathy Collins Block
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Description for Improving Comprehension Instruction: Rethinking Research, Theory, and Classroom Practice
Hardcover. Provides a comprehensive overview of research, methods, and applications for designing and delivering comprehension instruction in K-12 classrooms across the curriculum. Editor(s): Block, Cathy Collins; Gambrell, Linda B.; Pressley, Michael. Num Pages: 448 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: 1KBB; JNT; JNU. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 161 x 238 x 31. Weight in Grams: 788.
Co-published by Jossey-Bass and the International Reading Association, Improving Comprehension Instruction provides a comprehensive overview of current research, proven methods, and successful applications for designing and delivering effective comprehension instruction in K-12 classrooms across the curriculum. Featuring chapters written by noted experts in literacy, cognition, and teaching methodology, this much-needed volume examines the broad array of strategies that teachers can use to develop comprehension proficiency in all students, even those who have had limited previous success in reading. Each chapter focuses on a particular facet of comprehension, presenting research, model instructional practices, and steps needed to ensure that the instructional ... Read more
Co-published by Jossey-Bass and the International Reading Association, Improving Comprehension Instruction provides a comprehensive overview of current research, proven methods, and successful applications for designing and delivering effective comprehension instruction in K-12 classrooms across the curriculum. Featuring chapters written by noted experts in literacy, cognition, and teaching methodology, this much-needed volume examines the broad array of strategies that teachers can use to develop comprehension proficiency in all students, even those who have had limited previous success in reading. Each chapter focuses on a particular facet of comprehension, presenting research, model instructional practices, and steps needed to ensure that the instructional ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2002
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
Number of Pages
448
Place of Publication
New York, United States
ISBN
9780787963095
SKU
V9780787963095
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About Cathy Collins Block
Cathy Collins Block is professor of education at Texas Christian University and a member of the national faculty of The University of Notre Dame. She has directed and served as principal investigator of six nationally funded research projects, published numerous research studies on compliance, and has served on the board of directors of a number of educational organizations. ... Read more
Reviews for Improving Comprehension Instruction: Rethinking Research, Theory, and Classroom Practice
The Topics and instructional practices included in the book are certainly appropriate for the intended audience." (Childhood Education, Annual Theme 2004) "Highly Recommended." (Choice, May 2003)