Originally published in 1990. This book examines the innovative programs that changed the way reading and writing was taught during the previous ten years. Both teacher and critic of the New Literacy programs, the author gives a perspective that allows educators, parents, and other readers to assess the promise of these programs. Examining the work of educators from the USA, UK and Canada, he compares programs from first grade to college that foster a new level of literate engagement and voice in students while creating a less authoritative place in which to learn. The book opens up wider debate about literacy in a society concerned with shifting authority from text and teacher to student.
By:
John Willinsky (Stanford Graduate School of Education USA) Imprint: Routledge Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 216mm,
Width: 138mm,
Weight: 453g ISBN:9780815373841 ISBN 10: 0815373848 Series:Routledge Library Editions: Literacy Pages: 298 Publication Date:29 May 2019 Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Primary
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Undergraduate
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active