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Tables of Contents for An Integrated Language Perspective in the Elementary School
Chapter/Section Title
Page #
Page Count
Introduction
1
6
A Brief Sketch of the Integrated Language Perspective
1
1
Speaking Out: Major Critical Concepts and Issues Emphasized in This Book
2
2
An Overview of the Book
4
2
References
6
1
1 The Theory of the Integrated Language Perspective
7
30
How Do Children Learn Spoken Language?
7
5
Spoken Communication
12
3
Written Communication
15
8
Schemas: Our Mental Representations of Knowledge
23
6
Summary
29
3
Suggested Activities
32
1
References
33
3
Children's Literature
36
1
2 Children and Teachers in an Integrated Language Classroom
37
19
Children
37
5
Teachers
42
5
Sharing Power in Collaboration: Developing Alternative, Non-IRE Classroom Discourse Patterns
47
4
The Culture of the Classroom
51
1
Suggested Activities
51
1
References
52
3
Children's Literature
55
1
3 Planning Thematic Units
56
24
Choosing a Theme
57
7
Selecting Resources
64
6
Planning Activities
70
3
Organizing the Classroom for Complex Instruction
73
1
Implementing the Unit
74
3
Conclusions
77
1
References
78
1
Children's Literature
78
2
4 Prototypes for Integrated Language Classrooms
80
104
Starting a Thematic Unit
80
2
Prototypes in Action
82
2
Prototype 1: Half-Day Kindergarten--SPACES
84
12
Children's Literature
94
2
Prototype 2: First Grade--SOUNDS ALL AROUND
96
11
Children's Literature
105
2
Prototype 3: Second Grade--LET'S EAT!
107
9
References
115
1
Children's Literature
115
1
Prototype 4: Second/Third Grade--JOURNEYS
116
16
Children's Literature
130
2
Prototype 5A: Fourth Grade--CHANGES
132
11
Children's Literature
141
2
Other Resources
143
1
Prototype 5B: Fourth Grade--CHANGES
143
11
Children's Literature
151
3
Prototype 6: Fourth/Fifth Grade--EXPLORATIONS
154
10
Children's Literature
163
1
Prototype 7: Fifth Grade--EXPLORING OUR ROOTS
164
9
Children's Literature
171
2
Prototype 8: Sixth Grade--DIGGING UP THE PAST
173
9
Children's Literature
181
1
Other Resources
182
1
Conclusions
182
1
References
183
1
5 More Ideas to Integrate the Curriculum
184
44
Social Studies
184
13
References
195
1
Children's Literature
196
1
Science
197
8
References
204
1
Children's Literature
205
1
Mathematics
205
11
References
215
1
Children's Literature
216
1
Art and Music
216
12
References
227
1
Children's Literature
227
1
6 Learning About Written Language
228
24
Registers of Written Language
228
1
The Organization of Written Genres
229
3
A General Model of Written Genres
232
4
The Ideology of Texts/Genres: Examining the "Element" of Description in Different Genres
236
3
The Reading and Writing Processes
239
6
The Reader-Writer Contract Reconsidered
245
2
Summary
247
2
Suggested Activities
249
1
References
249
2
Children's Literature
251
1
7 More How-To: Action Approaches in Integrated Language Classrooms
252
70
Reflective, Disciplined Inquiry*
253
3
Organizing/Monitoring Student-Initiated Inquiry* Projects
256
4
I-Search* Papers
260
1
Collaborative/Cooperative Groups*
261
3
Primary Sources*
264
3
Jackdaws*
267
1
Observation and Inference*
268
3
Graphic Organizers*
271
7
Literacy Activities and Experiences
278
7
Reading Aloud*
278
1
Storytelling*
279
1
Sustained Silent Reading (SSR)*
279
1
Buddy Reading*
280
1
Book Talks*
280
1
Literature Response Groups*
280
2
Reading Conferences*
282
1
Big Books*
283
1
Cloze*
284
1
Say Something*
284
1
Writing Activities and Experiences
285
11
Journals*
285
3
Group-Composed Writing*
288
1
Authors' Folders*
289
1
Writing Conferences*
290
3
Publishing Experiences*
293
3
Developing a Repertoire of Literacy Strategies
296
7
Teaching Phonics and Spelling in Context*
297
2
Teaching Grammar in Context*
299
4
Extending Literacy Strategies
303
14
Sketch to Stretch*
303
1
Activity Cards*
304
1
Graphing*
304
2
Book Extensions*
306
6
Drama Experiences*
312
3
Status of the Class*
315
1
Message Board*
316
1
Focus Lessons*
316
1
Conclusions
317
1
References
317
3
Children's Literature
320
2
8 Learning Kid-Watching Procedures and Techniques
322
39
Literacy Assessments
322
1
Modified Miscue Analysis (MMA)
323
8
Writing
331
14
Kid-Watching Procedures for Emergent Learners
345
7
Retelling Assessment
352
1
General Observation Schemes
353
5
Conclusions
358
1
References
359
1
Children's Literature
360
1
9 Evaluation and Accountability
361
14
Major Methods of Evaluation
362
4
Managing Authentic, Performance-Based Assessment
366
5
Learning Portfolios
371
1
Conclusions
372
1
References
373
1
Children's Literature
374
1
10 Developing an Antiracist, Multicultural Community
375
15
Organize for Cooperative Learning
376
2
Redesigning the Physical Environment
378
1
Confront the Basics
379
2
Look to the Content Areas
381
1
Implement and Share Your Own Teacher Research
382
1
Invite Parents to Participate
383
1
Work with Administrators
384
1
Invite the Community In and Take Children into the Community
385
1
Find a Friend
386
1
Get Involved!
386
1
Become Associated with a University or College
386
1
Incorporate Evaluation and Assessment Strategies
387
1
Conclusions
388
1
References
388
1
Children's Literature
389
1
GUIDELINES FOR TEACHER INQUIRY
390
11
Teacher Inquiry as Cycles of Action Research
390
1
Raising Questions about Teaching-Learning
391
1
The Role of Research Journals in Teacher Inquiry
392
2
Strategies for Analyzing Your Journal Entries and Other Data
394
1
Tips for "Publishing" Teacher Inquiry
395
1
Inquiry Possibilities for Student Teacher Researchers
396
4
Summary
400
1
References
400
1
Index
401