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Getting to the Core of Literacy for History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects, Grades 6–12
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Literacy, K-12 | Teaching Methods & Learning Styles | Teaching in Secondary Schools
Literacy, K-12 | Teaching Methods & Learning Styles | Teaching in Secondary Schools
May 2013 | 264 pages | Corwin
This book helps content-area teachers develop a clear understanding of the the Common Core State Standards for Reading and Writing in History/Social Studies, Science, and the Technical Subjects Giouroukakis and Connolly provide sample CCSS-based content-area lessons from real teachers in the field. Their in-depth analysis of these lessons will help educators develop their own CCSS-aligned subject-specific lessons.
Introduction: How to Use This Book
Part I. Reading Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
1. Understanding the CCSS: An Overview
2. The Benefits of the CCSS for the Teaching of Reading in the Content Areas
3. Reading Lessons in History/Social Studies 6-12
4. Reading Lessons in Science and Technical Subjects
Part II. Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects
5. The Benefits of the CCSS for the Teaching of Writing in the Content Areas
6. Argument Writing Lessons
7. Informative/Explanatory Writing Lessons
8. Ensuring Success With the CCSS for Literacy in the Content Areas
