1st Edition
Meeting Difficulties in Literacy Development Research, Policy and Practice
352 Pages
by
Routledge
352 Pages
by
Routledge
352 Pages
by
Routledge
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Addressing the sensitive issue of difficulties in literacy development this practical book outlines what is meant by 'literacy' and the barriers to literacy development such as social class, ethnicity, culture and gender. It emphasises practical strategies and programmes to help reduce these barriers at school, family and community levels. Throughout, the highly qualified team of authors relate... Read more
1. Models or, and Debates Over, the Reading Process 2. Concepts of Dyslexia 3. Responses to Dyslexia 4. Socio-Cultural Models and Approaches 5. Gender, Ethnicity and Experiences of Difficulties in Literacy Development 6. Equity, Inclusion and the Law 7. National Curricula Frameworks for Literacy Development 8. Assessment of Barriers to Literacy Development 9. Framework for Planning 10. School Responses to Difficulties in Literacy 11. Supporting Students' Literary Acquisition at the Level of the Family 12. Towards Inclusive Schools: Considering Literacy Difficulties
Biography
Gavin Reid, Janet Soler, Janice Wearmouth
'Will be extremely useful for practitioners requiring to engage in the most recent initiatives and ideas on literacy development, and particularly for those who deal with children who experience barriers to literacy, whether these stem from linguistic, cultural, social or cognitive factors.' - British Journal of Educational Studies
