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1. Visual Representations in Second Graders' Information Book Compositions.

Author

Coleman, Julianne M., Bradley, Linda Golson, and Donovan, Carol A.

Subjects
VISUAL aids, CHILDREN'S writings, SECOND grade (Education), ORAL reading, TRADE books, WEATHER, VISUAL learning, TEACHING aids, ILLUSTRATED books, EDUCATION
Abstract

This paper describes the visuals second grade students included in their own information book compositions during a science unit on weather during which multimodal science trade books on the topic of weather were read aloud. First, the multimodal nature of the information books used in the unit are described. Second, the teacher's talk about visual representations during read alouds of books on weather is presented. And third, the children's own information books about weather topics are examined for inclusion of labeled pictorial illustrations with accompanying captions and graphical representations. These analyses reveal that 1) information book authors vary in their use of visual information, 2) some graphics may be more salient for children, and 3) children's use of pictorial illustrations and graphical representations in their own compositions seems to be impacted by both teacher attention to particular types of visual representations and immersion in information book graphics. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2012
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6. BOOK REVIEWS.

Author

Cooper, Barry, Hammersley, Martyn, Smith, Emma, Goldhill, Rachel, Haworth, Avril, and Sue Sing

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Reading Bernstein, Researching Bernstein," edited by J. Muller, B. Davies and A. Morais.

Published
2006
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7. PLCs in Action: Innovative Teaching for Struggling Grade 3-5 Readers.

Author

D'Ardenne, Charna, Barnes, Debra G., Hightower, Elaine S., Lamason, Pamela R., Mason, Mary, Patterson, Paula C., Stephens, Nancy, Wilson, Carolyn E., Smith, Vickie H., and Erickson, Karen A.

Subjects
PROFESSIONAL learning communities, READING (Elementary), ELEMENTARY school teachers, STRUGGLING readers, LESSON planning, STUDY & teaching of fiction, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

A group of elementary school reading teachers used their time in a Professional Learning Community to develop a systematic intervention to address the needs of struggling readers in grades 3 to 5. Working as a team, they identified a collection of books that was culturally diverse, high interest, appealing to boys and girls, aligned with curriculum across the grades, and equally representative of fiction and non-fiction. Using the collection of books as a starting place, the group wrote lessons that addressed decoding, vocabulary development, comprehension strategies, and responding to standardized test question stems. The resulting intervention led to growth in reading level as well as accelerated progress on the state mandated end of grade test in reading. The PLC offered this group of experienced reading teachers a district-supported framework for working together to create a locally relevant solution for the students they teach. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2013
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8. Diagrams, Timelines, and Tables-Oh, My! Fostering Graphical Literacy.

Author

Roberts, Kathryn L., Norman, Rebecca R., Duke, Nell K., Morsink, Paul, Martin, Nicole M., and Knight, Jennifer A.

Subjects
CHARTS, diagrams, etc., COMMON Core State Standards, LITERACY, EVIDENCE-based education, TEACHING methods, EDUCATION
Abstract

The Common Core State Standards place unprecedented emphasis on visual text-appropriately so, as visual components are increasingly ubiquitous in many kinds of text. This shift in emphasis requires substantial changes in our teaching. Concepts of print need to be expanded to include concepts of graphics, and specific graphical devices, such as diagrams, timelines, and tables, need to become the focus of systematic instruction. This article shares research-based instructional practices that may support children's development in this increasingly important area. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2013
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9. Teaching Memoir in the Elementary School Classroom: A Genre Study Approach.

Author

Gibney, Tara

Subjects
LITERARY form, WRITING education, MEMOIRS, WRITING processes, BRAINSTORMING, CONCENTRATED study, WRITERS' workshops, TEACHING methods, UNITED States education system, EDUCATION
Abstract

This article describes how one teacher implemented a memoir genre study in her sixth grade classroom using a writing workshop approach. It begins by outlining the author's philosophy and rationale for teaching writing in this manner. This is followed by a discussion of how one could organize one's classroom for a memoir genre study. Several significant mini-lessons are then described which focus on brainstorming, planning, developing effective titles, leads and conclusions, structuring a memoir texts, the use of the senses in memoir writing and strategies for revision. The aim of this article is to equip practitioners with the practical knowledge they need if they are seeking to implement a memoir genre study in their elementary school classroom. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
2012
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10. Information Book Read-Alouds as Models for Second-Grade Authors.

Author

Bradley, Linda Golson and Donovan, Carol A.

Subjects
INFORMATION skills, TEACHING methods, CHILDREN'S nonfiction, SCAFFOLDED instruction, SECOND grade (Education), AIMS & objectives of elementary education, LITERARY form, NONFICTION, DESCRIPTION (Rhetoric), COMPARISON (Philosophy), EDUCATION
Abstract

The article discusses the method of reading aloud in second-grade classrooms in order to model the structure of information books. The authors discuss a study of a second-grade classroom in which students were assigned the project of writing information books after studying informational texts about weather. They suggest that an understanding of the genre of information texts is especially useful in the 21st-century classroom due to the rise of mass media and communications in everyday life. Aspects of students' informational compositions are discussed including descriptive attributes, comparisons, and the use of timeless present tense. The authors emphasize the reading teacher's role in instructing students regarding genre elements and patterns of information books.

Published
2010
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11. Writing Feature Articles With Intermediate Students.

Author

Morgan, Denise N.

Subjects
FEATURE writing, NONFICTION, STUDY & teaching of language composition, WRITING across the curriculum, NONFICTION reading materials, CONTENT area writing, EDUCATION
Abstract

The article focuses on how the writing of feature articles can help students engage with their writing and identify what writing activities encourage their success. The author focuses on the use of feature articles as a nonfiction genre in the study of other subjects including social studies. Several lessons are discussed, along with student responses to challenges such as selecting topics. Other topics include structuring articles, working with facts and statistics, and creating article titles.

Published
2010
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22. Book Reviews.

Author

Woods, Philip A., Walford, Geoffrey, Waugh, Bob, Smith, Emma, Burton, Leone, Price, Anne, Rogers, Karen B., and Rea, Tony

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book "Education Policy and Realist Social Theory: Primary teachers, child-centered philosophy and the new managerialism," by R. Willmott.

Published
2004
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24. Education and Economic Productivity.

Author

McPherson, Michael S. and Levin, Andrea

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Education and Economic Productivity,' edited by Edwin Dean.

Published
1984

25. Collective Choice in Education (Book).

Author

Breneman, David W. and Leebaert, Derek

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book 'Collective Choice in Education,' edited by Mary Jean Bowman.

Published
1982

26. The Euro-Dollar Market and the International Financial System.

Author

Maycock, James

Subjects
INTERNATIONAL finance, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

This book comprises more than one might assume from the title, since in it the author not only deals with the interactions between the euro-dollar market and international monetary arrangements, he also describes and analyzes the euro-dollar market itself. On both aspects Geoffrey Bell writes with the authority and insights that one would expect from someone who in his time has lectured on monetary economics at the London School of Economics, has been Visiting Economist with the Federal Reserve System, has been Economic Adviser to the British Embassy in Washington, and is now a director of a leading London merchant bank. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Published
1975
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27. Routledge Intensive Dutch Course.

Author

Holtman, Bradley and Campana, Phillip J.

Subjects
DUTCH language, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Routledge Intensive Dutch Course," by Gerdi Quist, Christine Sas, and Dennis Strik.

Published
2009

29. Girl Friendly Schooling.

Author

Acker, Sandra

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Girl Friendly Schooling," edited by Judith Whyte, Rosemary Deem, Lesley Kant and Maureen Cruickshank.

Published
1987

31. Selected Case Problems in Finance.

Author

TREFFTZS, KENNETH L.

Subjects
CORPORATE finance, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Selected Case Problems in Finance," by Robert J. Oppitz.

Published
1956
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32. Colloquial Dutch 2: The Next Stepin Language Learning.

Author

Holtman, Bradley and Campana, Phillip J.

Subjects
DUTCH language, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Colloquial Dutch 2: The Next Step in Language Learning," by Gerda Bodegom and Bruce Donaldson.

Published
2009

33. Colloquial Dutch: The Complete Course for Beginners.

Author

Holtman, Bradley and Campana, Phillip J.

Subjects
DUTCH language, NONFICTION, EDUCATION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Colloquial Dutch: The Complete Course for Beginners," by Bruce Donaldson.

Published
2009

35. Improving school effectiveness (Book).

Author

Price, Anne

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

Reviews the book "Improving School Effectiveness," edited by J. Macbeath and P. Mortimore.

Published
2004

39. Education and the Social Condition/Education and Equality.

Author

Purvis, June

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews two books about education "Education and the Social Condition," by Harold Silver and "Education and Equality," by David Rubenstein.

Published
1982

40. Clever Children in Comprehensive Schools.

Author

Kerry, Trevor

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Clever Children in Comprehensive Schools," by Auriol Stevens.

Published
1981

41. Sex Equity in Education.

Author

Acker, Sandra

Subjects
EDUCATION, NONFICTION
Abstract

The article reviews the book "Sex Equity in Education," by Jean Stockard, Patricia A. Schmuck, Ken Kempner, Peg Williams, Sakre K. Edson and Mary Ann Smith.

Published
1981