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Dyslexia and reading difficulties : research and resource guide for working with all struggling readers
- Title
- Dyslexia and reading difficulties : research and resource guide for working with all struggling readers / Carol A. Spafford, George S. Grosser.
- Author
- Spafford, Carol A.
- Publication
- Boston : Pearson/Allyn and Bacon, [2005], ©2005.
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| Status | Format | Access | Call Number | Item Location |
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| Text | Request in advance | RC394.W6 S63 2005 | Off-site |
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- Additional Authors
- Grosser, George S.
- Description
- xvi, 364 pages : illustrations; 28 cm
- Summary
- "Drawing on hundreds of scientifically based research studies and informed teaching practices, this book provides teachers and parents with a repertoire of strategies and interventions to build rich literacy environments." "The second edition of this popular guide demonstrates how teachers can create a social network of support while nurturing the development of individual resiliency so that students with dyslexia can lead successful and fulfilling lives."--BOOK JACKET.
- Subject
- Bibliography (note)
- Includes bibliographical records (p. 333-355) and index.
- Contents
- 1. Introduction to dyslexia and other learning disabilities -- 2. Historical overview : terminology, legislation, identification, and treatment -- 3. Dyslexia : international perspectives -- 4. Developing resiliency in individuals with dyslexia : the third "R" - reading, 'riting, resiliency -- 5. Controversial theories -- 6. Developing vocabulary and word recognition skills and strategies -- 7. Comprehension and writing proficiency -- 8. Fluency -- 9. Assessment to inform instructional practice -- 10. Study skills -- 11. The complete literacy block and Internet resourcing.
- ISBN
- 0205428568
- LCCN
- 2004057339
- OCLC
- ocm56367836
- SCSB-5160941
- Owning Institutions
- Columbia University Libraries