Reading Specialists and Literacy Coaches in the Real World
Reading Specialists and Literacy Coaches in the Real World

Author: MaryEllen Vogt

Publisher: Waveland Press

Published: 2016-04-29

Total Pages: 333

ISBN-13: 1478633859

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This theoretical and practical guidebook prepares reading specialists and literacy coaches to develop and teach reading and language arts at the school and district levels. Using current information on the standards for literacy professionals, the text incorporates significant developments in intervention, assessment, adolescent literacy, and multiple literacies. Vogt and Shearer explore the expanding roles and responsibilities of reading specialists and their impact on instructional practice. The full-featured and distinctive Third Edition offers opportunities for flexible teaching approaches as well as substantive coverage and tools such as the function of the literacy coach in Response to Intervention (RtI), guides to needs assessment and two-year plans, the advancement of professional development communities, portfolio and self-assessment projects, and companion materials that include key terms, recommended readings, chapter vignettes, and online resources.

The Literacy Specialist
The Literacy Specialist

Author: Rita M. Bean

Publisher: Guilford Publications

Published: 2020-11-16

Total Pages: 394

ISBN-13: 1462544606

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Revised edition of: The reading specialist, c2015.

Stardards for the Preparation of Literacy Professionals 2017
Stardards for the Preparation of Literacy Professionals 2017

Author:

Publisher:

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 151

ISBN-13: 9780872073791

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"(Standards 2017) sets forth the criteria for developing and evaluating preperation programs for literacy professionals. Developed by literacy experts across the United States, the standards focus on the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for effective educational practice in a specific role and highlight contemporary research and evidence-based practices in curriculum, instruction, assessment, and leadership." -- Back cover.

The Reading Specialist
The Reading Specialist

Author: Rita M. Bean

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2003-12-01

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 9781572309821

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Timely and accessible, this book provides nuts-and-bolts information and guidance for reading specialists in grades K-12 as well as those preparing for certification. The focus is on the many responsibilities of today's reading specialist, from teaching individual students to taking a leadership role in the schoolwide literacy program. Including discussion questions, self-reflective exercises, and lively examples and vignettes, the book presents research-based frameworks for working with struggling readers and their teachers; providing professional development and coaching; planning curriculum and conducting assessments; collaborating with parents and community-based programs; writing winning grant proposals; and much more.

Feedback That Moves Writers Forward
Feedback That Moves Writers Forward

Author: Patty McGee

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2017-03-03

Total Pages: 281

ISBN-13: 1506387144

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Student writing is only as good as the feedback we give In this remarkable book, Patty McGee shares research-based how-to’s for responding to writers that you can use immediately whether you use a writing program or a workshop model. Put down the red-pen, fix-it mindset and help your writers take risks, use grammar as an element of craft, discover their writing identities, elaborate in any genre, and more. Includes lots of helpful conference language that develops tone and trust and forms for reflecting on writing.

Best Practices of Literacy Leaders
Best Practices of Literacy Leaders

Author: Rita M. Bean

Publisher: Guilford Press

Published: 2011-10-27

Total Pages: 417

ISBN-13: 1609189442

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Bringing together leading experts, this book presents the principles of effective literacy leadership and describes proven methods for improving instruction, assessment, and schoolwide professional development. The book shows how all school staff--including reading specialists and coaches, administrators, teachers, and special educators--can play an active role in nurturing a culture of collaboration and promoting student achievement. Best practices are identified for creating strong elementary and secondary literacy programs, differentiating instruction, supporting English language learners, utilizing technology, building home-school partnerships, and much more. User-friendly features include case examples, guiding questions, and engagement activities in each chapter.

Teaching Interpretation
Teaching Interpretation

Author: Sonja Cherry-Paul

Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780325050867

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"What does interpretation really mean? What does it look like in the classroom? How can we effectively teach students at all reading levels to be successful at constructing interpretations?"-- Back cover.

Diagnostic Literacy Assessments and Instructional Strategies
Diagnostic Literacy Assessments and Instructional Strategies

Author: Stephanie L. McAndrews

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780872076082

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Everything you need to understand, assess, and teach necessary literacy skills to grade K-8 children. This comprehensive text presents diagnostic literacy assessments and strategies for multiple standards-based literacy processes-including language and vocabulary development, phonological awareness, fluency, comprehension, writing, and motivation-along with thorough explanations of each process and how to assess and reinforce essential skills. The book is intended to be useed by litercy specialists and classroom teachers together, so you'll find numberous resources to help you meet the individual needs of your students and colleagues.

The Literacy Coach's Survival Guide
The Literacy Coach's Survival Guide

Author: Cathy A. Toll

Publisher:

Published: 2014

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780872071568

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In the decade since the first edition of The Literacy Coach's Survival Guide, education has changed considerably. One thing that has not changed is Cathy Toll's leadership in the field. Drawing on her vast experience with thousands of coaches across the world, Toll maintains her practical approach and conversational style while expanding the wealth of insights and strategies that she shares. The extensive revisions in this second edition reflect Toll's refinement of her approach to coaching as well as her response to the challenges that coaches face today. It guides new and experienced coaches through important topics, such as the following: Effecting change Working with teacher partners individually and in teams Communicating well in coaching conversations Dealing with difficult situations Coaching around special initiatives, such as the CCSS and RTI

Literacy Coaching
Literacy Coaching

Author: Stephanie Affinito

Publisher: Heinemann Educational Books

Published: 2018

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780325092744

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What does it mean to be an effective literacy coach? Former teacher and veteran literacy coach Stephanie Affinito shares a core set of beliefs about literacy coaching and how it can transform teacher and student learning. While chart paper, sticky notes, and notebooks will always be essential teaching tools, Stephanie shows that by thoughtfully incorporating digital tools into your coaching, you can personalize teacher learning even more and provide greater options to increase motivation and collaboration. In Literacy Coaching, she explores the ways coaches and teachers can incorporate technology to: cultivate and innovate teacher learning communities redesign professional development collaborate to impact and elevate student learning find inspiration for their continued journey. Technology is changing the way we work, learn, and play. It has the ability to expand what is possible for teachers and students. Stephanie offers concrete steps to enhance coaching with both digital and non-digital tools. Ultimately, the goal is to strengthen teaching practice and elevate the level of literacy instruction in classrooms and schools. Literacy Coaching is not just about coaching with technology; it's about making teacher learning more meaningful, relevant, and student-centered. Match teachers with the right tools to help bring teaching ideas and goals to life.