Assessing and Correcting Reading and Writing Difficulties

“Assessing and Correcting Reading and Writing Difficulties” by Thomas G. Gunning is a comprehensive resource published by Pearson in 2014. This fifth edition spans 634 pages and is presented in English, offering a well-rounded exploration of reading assessment, diagnosis, and remediation. The book is designed for both pre- and in-service teachers, providing a blend of theoretical insights and practical applications.
Readers will find 46 sample lessons that cover essential skills and strategies, presented in a clear, step-by-step format. The focus is on independent strategies for enhancing word recognition, vocabulary, comprehension, writing, spelling, and study skills. This edition also addresses critical topics such as Response to Intervention and the implications of the Common Core State Standards, making it a relevant tool for educators in the field of education and language arts.
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Pre- and in-service teachers turn to this book for a comprehensive, well-grounded look at theory and research, balanced with a practical approach to reading assessment, diagnosis, and remediation that includes 46 sample lessons covering virtually every major skill or strategy. The lessons are described in an easy-to-follow, step-by-step manner, and the emphasis is on strategies that teachers can use independently for developing skills in word recognition, vocabulary, comprehension, reading in the content areas, writing, spelling, and studying. This new Fifth Edition of Assessing and Correcting Reading and Writing Difficulties includes coverage of the critical areas of Response to Intervention and the impact of the Common Core State Standards.
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