Teaching Through Text: Reading and Writing in the Content AreasTeaching Through Text provides a broad range of techniques to enhance students' literacy development and learning across the curriculum. McKenna and Robinson focus on describing, illustrating, and applying both teacher-directed and student-centered strategies. Student-centered strategies are illustrated through graphic organizers, concept bridges, and applicable exercises. |
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The Importance of Literacy in Content Areas | 3 |
Literacy Processes | 17 |
Getting to Know Your Students Your Materials | 32 |
Copyright | |
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