Language and literacy development : what educators need to know / James P. Byrnes and Barbara A. Wasik.
| Author/creator | Byrnes, James P. |
| Other author | Wasik, Barbara A. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : Guilford Press, ©2009. |
| Description | xiv, 432 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Solving problems in the teaching of literacy Solving problems in the teaching of literacy. ^A454033 |
| Contents | Introductory issues -- Introduction -- Brain development, language, and literacy -- The development of spoken language competence -- The development of phonological skills -- The development of work meaning and vocabulary -- The development of grammatical knowledge -- The development of reading and writing skills -- Beginning reading -- The development of reading comprehension -- The development of writing skills -- Individual and group differences in language and literacy -- Motivational issues in speaking, reading, and writing -- Sociocultural issues in speaking, reading, and writing -- Instructional techniques and programs -- General principles of effective instruction -- Language and literacy programs that work. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. 379-416) and index. |
| LCCN | 2008032943 |
| ISBN | 9781593859916 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1593859910 (hardcover : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 9781593859909 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1593859902 (pbk. : alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | LB1576 .B98 2009 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |