Literacy at the crossroads
Subtitle: crucial talk about reading, writing, and other teaching dilemmas
By: Regie Routman.
Publisher: Heinemann
Published: 1996
Place of publication: Portsmouth, NH
Language: eng
Number of pages: 222
Subjects: Language arts -- United States.; Politics and education -- United States.; Literacy -- United States.; Reading -- United States.; English language -- Composition and exercises -- Study and teaching -- United States.
Description: Literacy at the Crossroads must be read by anyone concerned about the current state of reading and writing instruction in America. Routman asserts that teachers can no longer remain silent as the campaign for "back to basics" teaching grows stronger. So much of the criticism is based on misconceptions about what constitutes good teaching - here is a book that clarifies issues, offers suggestions, and provides the impetus necessary to make a difference.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 204-215) and index.