1st Edition
Teacher Inquiries in Literacy Teaching-Learning Learning To Collaborate in Elementary Urban Classrooms
Biography
Christine C. Pappas
"One of the most appealing aspects of the book is that the teachers tell their own stories in clear and honest voices. They admit that using a New Literacy approach-moving away from "teaching-as-transmission" strategies toward a collaborative approach where children share the teacher's power-is not easy. Nevertheless, they have found the effort worthwhile. The teachers involved represent kindergarten through 8th-grade classes in two Chicago public schools serving low-socioeconomic populations of primarily Latino and African American children."
—Childhood Education"An inside look at teachers who are creating successful literacy learning contexts for urban children....Portrays the real problems, the efforts, struggles, successes, and reflections of teachers concerned with developing literacy in diverse populations of students....I was captivated by the stories told by these teachers....As they describe the collaborative nature of learning, they also demonstrate the value of reflective practice, the helpfulness of collegial dialogue, and the adventure of inquiry in the teaching/learning process....What is writ large across these varied accounts are the spirits of teachers who are growing and learning in an effort to provide the best learning experiences for their students."
—Marcia S. Popp
Southern Illinois University
