English Learners and the Secret Language of School: Unlocking the Mysteries of Content-Area Texts
By Jan Pilgreen.
Description
Let English learners in on the secret that will forever change their lives. By teaching English learners academic language, the "secret language of school," within the framework of content-area instruction, we can demystify the comprehension process and move these students toward becoming independent readers and writers. -Janice Pilgreen "For older immigrant students, school presents greater challenges with second-language proficiency than for younger ones-they have more to achieve and less time to do it." With Janice Pilgreen's help you'll let them in on the S...
ISBN(s)
0325011273, 9780325011271
