An Observation Survey of Early Literacy Achievement

by Clay, Marie M.

• ISBN13: 9780325112510
• ISBN10: 0325112517
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780325049014
• Edition: 4th
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2019-08-05
• Publisher: Heinemann
• More Book Details

About This Book

An Observation Survey of Early Literacy Achievement, Fourth Edition

This book is a seminal resource in the field of early literacy assessment, designed to help teachers and school systems monitor and guide young children's progress in literacy learning. Written by renowned author Marie Clay, this fourth edition has been a trusted companion for educators worldwide since its release in 2019.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by teachers, educators, and school administrators who work with children aged five to seven. It is also a valuable resource for educational researchers and policymakers interested in early literacy development. The book's practical tools and assessment methods make it an essential tool for anyone involved in early childhood education.

History and Editions

The Observation Survey has been a cornerstone in early literacy assessment for decades. The fourth edition, released in 2019, includes significant updates and new developments. One of the key additions is a revised task for assessing phonemic awareness and sound-letter knowledge, which is more sensitive to different rates of progress and the difficulties some children might face. Additionally, updated norms for five of the Observation Survey tasks enable teachers and schools to more accurately monitor and compare the progress of young children across various aspects of literacy learning.

Author and Other Works

Marie Clay is a leading figure in the field of literacy education. Her work focuses on how children learn to manage the complex task of reading and writing continuous text. Other notable books by Marie Clay include "Becoming Literate: The Construction of Inner Control," "By Different Paths to Common Outcomes," and "Change Over Time in Children's Literacy Development." Her contributions to the field have been instrumental in shaping early literacy assessment practices.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Assessment Tools: The book provides six observation tasks that explore children's knowledge of early reading and writing, including Concepts About Print, Running Records, Letter Identification, Word Reading, Writing Vocabulary, and Hearing and Recording Sounds in Words.
• Updated Norms: The fourth edition includes updated norms for five of the Observation Survey tasks, allowing for more accurate monitoring and comparison of children's progress.
• Phonemic Awareness: A revised task for assessing phonemic awareness and sound-letter knowledge is included, making the assessment more sensitive to different rates of progress and potential difficulties.
• Practical Application: The book is designed to be practical and actionable, providing teachers with reliable methods to identify children who need supplementary assistance and guide instruction effectively.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Paperback: ISBN-13: 9780325112510
• Other ISBNs:
• ISBN-10: 0325112517

Publication Details

• Publisher: Heinemann (published under Pearson Education Southern Africa)
• Publication Date: August 31, 2019
• Number of Pages: 240
• Language: English

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