The Literacy Coach's Companion, Prek-3: Tips for Working with Practitioners by M

Description: The Literacy Coach's Companion, Prek-3 by Maryann Mraz, Bob Algozzine This easy-to-read book contains tips, suggestions and guidance for those with responsibility for literacy in primary and early years settings. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description As the importance of literacy education grows, so does the role of literacy coaches. From working with struggling readers to implementing literacy programs within large groups of teachers, literacy coaches need more professional development. As an International Reading Association recommendation, literacy coaches need more professional development and opportunities of specialization and enhancement of their knowledge To combat the literacy coachs frustration over their responsibilities in the face of inconsistent job credentials, various experience levels, and lack of professional development, this book will provide the guidance and resources to support coaching and its multi-faceted demands. With tips and suggestions on how to maintain organization and focus within the early and elementary literacy programs, the book will address literacy for young children from the top down. Author Biography Bob Algozzine is a professor in the Department of Educational Leadership at the University of North Carolina and project codirector of the U.S. Department of Education-supported Behavior and Reading Improvement Center. With 25 years of research experience and extensive firsthand knowledge of teaching students classified as seriously emotionally disturbed, Algozzine is a uniquely qualified staff developer, conference speaker, and teacher of behavior management and effective teaching courses. He is active in special education practice as a partner and collaborator with professionals in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools in North Carolina and as an editor of several journals focused on special education. Algozzine has written more than 250 manuscripts on special education topics, including many books and textbooks on how to manage emotional and social behavior problems. Table of Contents Foreword by Nancy D. PadakAcknowledgmentsAbout the AuthorsAbout the ContributorsIntroduction1. Your Role and the Task at Hand: The Responsibilities of a Coach in Supporting Effective Literacy Instruction2. The Nuts and Bolts: Scheduling, Organizing, and Documenting3. The Heart of the Matter: Conferring With Teachers4. Assessment: Using Data to Inform Literacy Instruction5. Learning Communities: Supporting Collaborative Teamwork6. Ongoing Growth: Supporting Professional DevelopmentAppendix: For Further Reading: An Annotated Bibliography of Resources on Literacy Instruction and CoachingReferencesIndex Review "An excellent resource for both beginning and experienced literacy coaches. This well-conceived book is grounded in a realistic understanding of what it means to work collaboratively and effectively in the demanding world of todays schools." -- Dorothy S. Strickland, Samuel DeWitt Proctor Professor of Education "Anyone who reads this book will feel more knowledgeable and be able to implement specific ideas and strategies immediately." -- Tracy Carbone, Reading Recovery Teacher "If a coach could only have one book to help with the daunting task of advancing teachers instructional knowledge and skills, then this is the text to own. Coaches everywhere have been waiting for a book like this!" -- Connie Molony, Reading Intervention Specialist Review Quote SAn excellent resource for both beginning and experienced literacy coaches. This well-conceived book is grounded in a realistic understanding of what it means to work collaboratively and effectively in the demanding world of todays schools. Details ISBN141296072X Author Bob Algozzine Short Title LITERACY COACHS COMPANION PREK Pages 160 Publisher Corwin Press Language English ISBN-10 141296072X ISBN-13 9781412960724 Media Book DEWEY 372.21 Illustrations Yes Year 2008 Publication Date 2008-08-31 Subtitle Tips for Working with Practitioners Country of Publication United States Edited by Brian T. Kissel Place of Publication Thousand Oaks Format Paperback Imprint SAGE Publications Inc DOI 10.1604/9781412960724 Audience Professional and Scholarly UK Release Date 2008-11-05 NZ Release Date 2008-11-05 US Release Date 2008-11-05 AU Release Date 2008-11-04 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:160680946;

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