Assignment Description
https://www.mediafire.com/file/4gp6txyozrgh6b8/Claytalking,+reading,+and+writing.pdf/file
https://www.mediafire.com/file/qyhvraz4wl1igce/Pinnell_CH6_WordMatters+(1).pdf/file
https://www.mediafire.com/file/vis8tpy7s5l6wvp/Pinnell_Ch1_Oral+Language.pdf/file
Language Learning Mini Paper
Purpose
The purpose of the assignment is to synthesize information related to language processes to understand the diversity children bring to our classrooms and understand how to support language learning in schools as it relates to literacy development.
Content
The structure of the assignment is to concisely describe three critical areas related to language and literacy learning, citing the course readings. You must refer to the course content in the PearDecks and Course Readings. The specific course readings you must refer to and synthesize in your writing follow:
Pinnell, G. S., & Fountas, I. C. (2018). What Teachers Need to Know About LanguageLinks to an external site.. In Word Matters: Teaching Phonics and Spelling in the Reading/Writing Classroom (pp. 57-66). Heinemann.
Clay, M.M. (2004). Talking, reading, and writingLinks to an external site.. Journal of Reading Recovery. Spring.
Lindfors, J. W. (2019). IntroductionLinks to an external site.. In Children’s language: Connecting reading, writing, and talk (pp. 1-16). Teachers College Press.
Optional: Pinnell. G. S. (2018) Oral language as a foundation for literacy learningLinks to an external site.. In P. L. Scharer (Ed.), Responsive Literacy: A Comprehensive Framework (pp. 32-43). Scholastic.
Structure of the Mini-Paper
- Content
Language Acquisition
- Describe how children construct a language system clearly naming the critical processes.
Teaching and Texts
- Based on the readings, explicitly describe two ways teachers may support children’s oral language development. Then, discuss at least two ways teachers may hinder oral language development.
- Based on the readings, describe the types of texts in reading and writing that support oral language and literacy development
- Form
Your paper must have the following headings.
Introduction
Language Acquisition Processes
Teaching and Texts
References
Form
- The paper needs to be 2-3 pages long (excluding the reference list). It may be longer if you insert examples, tables, or figures.
- You must cite the readings and resources from the class using APA format.Links to an external site. Citations are a signal that you read the source material. Multiple citations illustrate synthesizing the sources.
- You must have headings, citations, and follow an academic writing style. However, you do not need a title page and other macro structure APA requirements.
- The paper must be professionally written and proofread. Use all sources available. Smart thinking Online Tutoring is available via Canvas. This is a wonderful resource.
