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Tutoring Adolescent Literacy Learners: A Guide for Volunteers (Solving Problems in the Teaching of Literacy),Used
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Filling a key need among educators and literacy volunteers, this is the first handson guide for tutoring students with literacy difficulties in grades 612. Grounded in the most current literacy research, the book reflects the authors' 25+ years of combined experience working with tutoring programs. Every page features practical ideas for carrying out the entire process of tutoring: assessing teenagers' strengths, weaknesses, and interests; selecting appropriate, engaging materials; and fostering development in comprehension, word study, fluency, and composition. Special features include concrete examples and activities from over 20 tutors; a Q&A chapter on dealing with frequently encountered problems; and reproducible planning forms in a large, readytouse format.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Tutoring Adolescent Literacy Learners'? A: The book focuses on providing a hands-on guide for tutoring students with literacy difficulties in grades 6-12, offering practical strategies and insights based on current literacy research.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Tutoring Adolescent Literacy Learners' is Kelly Chandler-Olcott.
- Q: What are the key features of this guide? A: Key features include practical ideas for assessing students' strengths, selecting engaging materials, fostering comprehension, fluency, and composition, along with examples and activities from over 20 tutors.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 23, 2005.
- Q: Is this book suitable for volunteers with no prior tutoring experience? A: Yes, the guide is designed to assist volunteers, including those with no prior tutoring experience, by providing practical strategies and clear instructions.
- Q: What types of literacy skills does the book address? A: The book addresses skills such as comprehension, word study, fluency, and composition, making it comprehensive for tutoring adolescents.
- Q: Are there any reproducible planning forms included? A: Yes, the book includes reproducible planning forms in a large, ready-to-use format to assist tutors in organizing their sessions.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition.
- Q: Can this book help in solving common tutoring problems? A: Yes, the book features a Q&A chapter that addresses frequently encountered problems in tutoring.