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Meeting Difficulties in Literacy Development
Routledge/ Falmer, 2002
Co-authors Janice Wearmouth and Janet Soler
Product Description
This book enables practitioners to reflect critically upon the choices available to them in assessing and supporting students who experience difficulties in literacy development. Includes analysis of common barriers such as dyslexia and bilingualism.
From the Back Cover
Address the sensitive issue of difficulties in literacy development with this practical book which outlines what is meant by 'literacy' and the barriers to literacy development such as social class, ethnicity, culture and gender. It emphasises practical strategies and programmes to help reduce these barriers at school, family and community levels.
Gavin and the team relate cognitive, psychological, and socio-cultural perspectives to current curriculum policies, controversies and ethical considerations.
This book enables you to reflect critically upon the choices available in assessing and supporting students who experience difficulties in literacy development.
Topics covered include a thorough consideration of dyslexia, bilingualism, the conceptualising of literacy, equity issues, and suggestions for assessment and planning for pupils.
Product Details
Paperback: 352 pages
Publisher: Routledge; 1 edition (12 Dec 2002)
Language English
ISBN-10: 0415304717
ISBN-13: 978-0415304719
Product Dimensions: 21.2 x 13.8 x 2 cm |
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