Assessing and Correcting Reading and Writing Difficulties

by Gunning, Thomas G.

• ISBN13: 9780137144273
• ISBN10: 013714427X
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780132838108
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-03-19
• Publisher: Pearson
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Summary

Provides a wealth of examples and thorough coverage of procedures for assessing and instructing struggling readers of all ages. The Response to Intervention (RTI) approach emphasizes prevention and early intervention and the belief that most students can learn to read and write on a proficient level if given the proper assistance. Pre-service teachers

Table of Contents

Introduction to Literacy Difficulties

Factors Involved in Reading and Writing Difficulties

Overview of Assessment

Placing Students and Monitoring Progress

Assessment of Reading and Writing Processes

Assessment of Cognitive, School, and Home Factors

Emergent Literacy and Prevention Programs

Teaching Phonics, High-Frequency Words, and Fluency

Syllabic, Morphemic, and Contextual Analysis and Dictionary Strategies

Building Vocabulary

Building Comprehension

Reading to Learn and Remember in the Content Areas

Building Writing Strategies

Tier II and III Programs for Students of All Ages

Organization of Early Intervention and Corrective Programs

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