Understand the science of reading and how to implement evidence-based instruction to increase the reading and writing achievement of pre-K-6 students, including those at risk for reading difficulties. Fully revised and updated, this core text covers the research base for structured literacy instruction and practical guidance on the essential components of literacy instruction : oral language, phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, handwriting, spelling, and writing.
Woven throughout this new edition are proven strategies for applying explicit, systematic instruction, including affirmative and corrective feedback, active engagement, effective practice, and ongoing assessment of student progress. Practical features such as instructional activities, scripted demonstrations of lessons, and online resources give readers explicit examples of how to translate the research into classroom instruction. Engaging, pragmatic, and accessible, this book is an essential text for preservice teacher candidates and a valuable resource for experienced teachers, teacher educators, administrators, and other professionals involved in teaching foundational literacy skills.
WHAT'S NEW
New chapters focused on: assessment basics standards to guide instruction development of social-emotional skills and early language advanced word study English learners supportive technology role of reflection in planning instruction.
Revised chapters on: foundational skills of literacy acquisition and instruction to develop phonological and phonemic awareness basic phonics beginning and advanced handwriting, spelling, composition, and strategic writing fluency vocabulary comprehension disciplinary literacy integrated lesson plans
New features: Reflect boxes that encourage critical thought multiple-choice Knowledge Assessment questions revised Application Activities vignettes, case studies, numbered text boxes, and sample activities and scripts
Updated information on: structured literacy data-based decision making MTSS metacognitive awareness formal and informal assessments to guide instruction * standards-based instruction including the Common Core State Standards and the Knowledge & Practice Standards for Teachers of Reading
ONLINE COMPANION MATERIALS: Online Resource Appendix addressing each topic, PowerPoint slides for each chapter, an answer key for the Knowledge Assessment questions, sample lesson plans, and sample syllabi for teacher educators.
Fundamentals of Literacy Instruction & Assessment, Pre-K-6
Description
Table of Contents
1 Martha Hougen Becoming an Effective Literacy Teacher
2 Martha Hougen & Susan Smartt Critical Components of Teaching Structured Reading
3 Susan Smartt Assessment
4 Karin K. Hess Standards: What are they, where did they come from, and how can we use them to effectively guide instruction, assessment, and progress reporting?
5 Vicki Gibson Foundational Skills for Literacy: Social-Emotional and Language Development
6 Christie Cavanaugh Oral Language and Listening Skill Development in Early Childhood
7 Stephanie Al Otaiba, Miriam Orti, & Martha Hougen Phonological Awareness: A Critical Foundation for Beginning Reading
8 Carol Tolman, Martha Hougen, & Susan Smartt Structured Phonics Instruction
9 Suzanne Carreker Beginning Handwriting, Spelling, and Composition Instruction
10 Jan Hasbrouck & Martha Hougen Fluency Instruction
11 Deborah K. Reed, Martha Hougen & Susan M. Ebbers A Comprehensive Approach to Vocabulary Development
12 Darcy Dycha & Holly Rocha Comprehension Instruction PK-Grade 3
13 Stephen Ciullo & Colleen Klein Reutebuch Reading Comprehension Instruction, Grades 4-6
14 Martha Hougen & Kristie Hotchkiss Disciplinary Literacy
15 Joshua Wilson, Natalie G. Olinghouse & Sally Valentino DrewStrategic and Meaningful Writing Instruction
16 Elsa Cardenas-Hagan Teaching English Learners
17 Elaine Cheesman Technology for Elementary Literacy Instruction
18 Heather Haynes-Smith and Susanne James Moving Forward: Using Reflection to Plan Literacy Instruction
19Martha Hougen & Susan Smartt Ten Tips to Becoming an Effective Teacher
Author Description
Martha Hougen, Ph.D. is the principal investigator of the College and Career Readiness Initiative: English/Language Arts Faculty Collaborative. Hougen's recent work focuses on improving preservice teacher education by providing university teacher educators with ongoing professional development and collaborative opportunities. She has worked with struggling readers as a general and special education teacher and administrator and as a university faculty member. She consults with state departments, universities, and school districts across the country on teacher education, reading, and special education.
Susan M. Smartt, Ph.D., is Senior Research Associate, National Comprehensive Center for Teacher Quality, Vanderbilt University. She also teaches reading courses and provides consulting and professional development services to states and local school districts.