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Resources and guidance for the journey of Common Core implementation

In this age of the Common Core State Standards, all content area teachers must integrate literacy standards into their curriculum. If you''re like most content area educators, you''re feeling a bit overwhelmed at the thought of addressing all the new standards, or you might just need a little extra help.

In this hands-on resource, Common Core literacy expert Katherine McKnight offers secondary teachers a clear understanding of what literacy looks like in math, science, and technical subjects. McKnight gives educators proven teaching techniques that help develop literacy skills in students. She also offers a wealth of practical strategies and ready-to-use activities that content area teachers can integrate seamlessly. Included are

  • Ideas for implementing the literacy requirements of the Common Core across content areas
  • A selection of activities that support literacy skills a

    Table of Contents

    About the Author vii

    About Staff Development for Educators ix

    Preface xi

    Chapter One: Why Does Content Literacy Matter? 1

    Chapter Two: Deepening Reading Comprehension Skills and Content Knowledge 11

    Chapter Three: Effective Content Area Writing Strategies 63

    Chapter Four: Speaking and Listening in the Content Area 101

    Chapter Five: Developing Academic Language 111

    Chapter Six: Learning Centers and Student-Centered Activities 167

    Chapter Seven: Technology Tools for Twenty-First-Century Learning 195

    Chapter Eight: Helping Students Become College and Career Ready 211

    Appendix A: List of Bonus Web Downloads 217

    Appendix B: Text Circles Resource Guide 219

    Appendix C: Resources and References 233

    Index 237

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      Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 28/11/2014
      ISBN13: 9781118710203, 978-1118710203
      ISBN10: 1118710207
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Resources and guidance for the journey of Common Core implementation

      In this age of the Common Core State Standards, all content area teachers must integrate literacy standards into their curriculum. If you''re like most content area educators, you''re feeling a bit overwhelmed at the thought of addressing all the new standards, or you might just need a little extra help.

      In this hands-on resource, Common Core literacy expert Katherine McKnight offers secondary teachers a clear understanding of what literacy looks like in math, science, and technical subjects. McKnight gives educators proven teaching techniques that help develop literacy skills in students. She also offers a wealth of practical strategies and ready-to-use activities that content area teachers can integrate seamlessly. Included are

      • Ideas for implementing the literacy requirements of the Common Core across content areas
      • A selection of activities that support literacy skills a

        Table of Contents

        About the Author vii

        About Staff Development for Educators ix

        Preface xi

        Chapter One: Why Does Content Literacy Matter? 1

        Chapter Two: Deepening Reading Comprehension Skills and Content Knowledge 11

        Chapter Three: Effective Content Area Writing Strategies 63

        Chapter Four: Speaking and Listening in the Content Area 101

        Chapter Five: Developing Academic Language 111

        Chapter Six: Learning Centers and Student-Centered Activities 167

        Chapter Seven: Technology Tools for Twenty-First-Century Learning 195

        Chapter Eight: Helping Students Become College and Career Ready 211

        Appendix A: List of Bonus Web Downloads 217

        Appendix B: Text Circles Resource Guide 219

        Appendix C: Resources and References 233

        Index 237

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