From theories of learning, language, and literacy to the classroom realities in today's schools. Comprehensive, theoretically sound, and practical, this text captures what students need to know in order to enter today's secondary English classrooms with confidence, while engaging students with purposeful, dynamic lessons. Appreciated as more than a general introduction to English education, this is a textbook that students take from their college coursework into their own classrooms as the anchor reference source in their professional libraries. While clarifying and expanding on the information in the previous editions, this new edition addresses new developments in the field of English education, of education generally, and of the culture, particularly issues relating to today's diverse students, mounting pressures of accountability, and the use of technology in teaching and learning. Each chapter presents conceptual frameworks, a multitude of tested teaching activities, and invitations to reflect on both. Included are chapter organizers, numerous boxed figures, tables, teaching activities, invitations to reflect, and an exhaustive index. The result is a book that is easily accessible for the new teacher just building an instructional foundation, and for the established teacher searching for new ways to enliven the classroom. New to this Edition: Features the experience, knowledge, and sensibilities of a young, new author, Joan F. Mitchell, who shares her recent experience in secondary and college teaching, particularly in the areas of writing instruction and the educational applications of technology in reading and writing. Deletions and additions to this edition address new currents in today's student population, the field itself, and in schooling in our society.

Milner, Joseph O., Milner, Lucy F., Mitchell, Joan F.

Globe Fearon Educational Publishing

Pearson Higher Education

Longman Publishing

Cengage Gale

United States, United States of America

Pearson Education (US), [N.p.], 2016

Sixth edition, NY, NY, 2017

Sixth edition, Boston, 2016

Theory is balanced with practice to give students the conceptual background they need to understand their roles as teachers, and the tools to translate powerful ideas into effective classroom strategies. Conceptual frameworks, a multitude of tested teaching activities, and invitations to the reader to reflect on both are presented in each chapter. The specific learning needs of the wide range of students a teacher will encounter -- gifted learners, reluctant and struggling learners, English language learners -- are addressed thoroughly, along with sound, specific instructional strategies for teaching these students in today's diverse classrooms. The flexible approach lets each chapter stand alone so readers can enter the book at any chapter without losing momentum or coherence. An extensive index provides easy reference to an author, an idea, or a lesson. UPDATED: Many pedagogical features help students navigate the content of the text: figures, tables, teaching activities, "Invitations to Reflection," and "Effective Practice from Today's Classrooms" that presents detailed lessons from real teachers navigating and overcoming typical classroom dilemmas. A new organizing feature, "Chapter Road Map," aids readers in charting a course through the chapters and in returning to memorable activities and ideas upon entering the classroom. UPDATED: Teaching practices are consistent with the current requirements of the Common Core State Standards, including an increased focus on nonfiction, linguistic and literary analysis, and argumentative and informative writing. UPDATED: Updated teaching activities are mindful of the increasingly diverse population of students with varied educational, linguistic, and cultural needs who profit from heightened attention to differentiated instruction. UPDATED: Current research is incorporated in linguistics, literacy, and composition as well as the influence of technology on students' learning habits and needs. UPDATED: Revised attention is made to burgeoning genres that are establishing a stronghold in the English classroom such as nonfiction, Young Adult Literature, and graphic novels. NEW: New technological strategies and Web resources take advantage of students' native abilities and make the study of English more robust and relevant to students' lives. NEW: Features the experience, knowledge, and sensibilities of a young, new author, Joan F. Mitchell, who shares her recent experience in secondary and college teaching, particularly in the areas of writing instruction and the educational applications of technology in reading and writing. Many pedagogical features help students navigate the content of the text: a new organizing feature, "Chapter Road Map," aids readers in charting a course through the chapters and in returning to memorable activities and ideas upon entering the classroom. Teaching practices are consistent with the current requirements of the Common Core State Standards, including an increased focus on nonfiction, linguistic and literary analysis, and argumentative and informative writing. Updated teaching activities are mindful of the increasingly diverse population of students with varied educational, linguistic, and cultural needs who profit from heightened attention to differentiated instruction. Current research is incorporated in linguistics, literacy, and composition as well as the influence of technology on students' learning habits and needs. - Publisher

This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Comprehensive coverage of theories of learning, language, and literacy to the classroom realities in today's schools Comprehensive, theoretically sound, and practical, this text captures what students need to know in order to enter today's secondary English classrooms with confidence, while engaging students with purposeful, dynamic lessons. Appreciated as more than a general introduction to English education, this is a textbook that students take from their college coursework into their own classrooms as the anchor reference source in their professional libraries.While clarifying and expanding on the information in the previous editions, this new edition addresses new developments in the field of English education, of education generally, and of the culture, particularly issues relating to today's diverse students, mounting pressures of accountability, and the use of technology in teaching and learning. Each chapter presents conceptual frameworks, a multitude of tested teaching activities, and invitations to reflect on both. Included are chapter organizers, numerous boxed figures, tables, teaching activities, invitations to reflect, and an exhaustive index. The result is a book that is easily accessible for the new teacher just building an instructional foundation, and for the established teacher searching for new ways to enliven the classroom.

2023-12-18