Literacy Assessment and Intervention for Classroom Teachers

The Sixth Edition of this comprehensive resource helps future and practicing teachers recognize and assess literacy problems, while providing practical, effective intervention strategies to help every student succeed. It is updated to reflect the needs of teachers in increasingly diverse classrooms and includes new material on equity and inclusive literacy instruction, understanding the science of reading, using technology effectively, and reading and writing informational and narrative texts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 562 pages
Publication date: 25 April 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The Sixth Edition of this comprehensive resource is a vital tool for future and practicing teachers, aiding them in recognizing and assessing literacy problems while implementing practical and effective intervention strategies to ensure every student's success. DeVries delves into all major components of literacy, providing an extensive overview of relevant research, suggested methods and tools for diagnosis and assessment, intervention strategies and activities, and technology applications to enhance students' skills.

Substantively updated to meet the evolving needs of teachers in diverse classrooms, the Sixth Edition addresses scaffolding for English language learners and emphasizes the importance of utilizing technology and online resources. It offers appropriate instructional strategies and tailored teaching ideas to support both teachers and their students.

The valuable appendices feature assessment tools, step-by-step instructions, and visuals for creating and implementing the book's more than 150 instructional strategies and activities, along with additional resources.

New to the Sixth Edition:

Fully aligned with national, state, and district literacy standards, this edition incorporates the latest teaching trends and the evolution of these standards.

Expanded coverage of equity and inclusive literacy instruction, understanding the science of reading, effective technology integration, and reading and writing informational and narrative texts.

Integrated new intervention strategies and activities across all chapters, emphasizing a stronger technology component.

Revamped companion website offers additional tools, videos, resources, and examples of teachers implementing assessment strategies.

In summary, the Sixth Edition of this essential resource equips teachers with the knowledge and tools they need to identify and address literacy challenges, fostering a supportive learning environment where all students can thrive.

Weight: 1566g
Dimension: 210 x 278 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032131283
Edition number: 6 ed