Evaluating the K–12 Literacy Curriculum
A Step by Step Guide for Auditing Programs, Materials, and Instructional Approaches
- 224 pages
- English
- ePUB (mobile friendly)
- Available on iOS & Android
Evaluating the K–12 Literacy Curriculum
A Step by Step Guide for Auditing Programs, Materials, and Instructional Approaches
About this book
As your school district undertakes the process of evaluating its K–12 reading program, literacy curriculum, or literacy instructional practices, this book will be your go-to resource. Pennell offers a step-by-step guide for educators, school leaders, or professional learning communities to evaluate high-quality instructional materials and standards-aligned literacy practices. It includes a wealth of tools such as timelines, full meeting agendas, stakeholder surveys, and evaluation rubrics.
Chapters cover key topics, including:
- Literacy leadership team meetings
- Reviewing foundational skills
- Comprehension and vocabulary
- Evaluating writing
- Selecting new materials
- Implementing new literacy materials
- Supporting educators through instructional coaching and professional learning
Pennell provides a straightforward framework for how educators can work together collaboratively to analyze, reflect, and ultimately evaluate their school district's literacy program. Each chapter is grounded in salient research on the why of literacy teaching and learning and helps you understand how instruction can be meaningfully aligned with current standards. The research and theory that support effective literacy instruction—including culturally responsive practices—are explained in an accessible and pragmatic manner.
The practical tools in this book are essential for administrators and educators tasked with evaluating literacy programs and practices, as well as graduate students who must learn how to audit a literacy curriculum. Whether you're a school administrator, teacher, or reading specialist, this book will ensure all your students can reach success in literacy.
Frequently asked questions
- Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
- Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.4M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Information
Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title
- Series Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Meet the Author
- eResources
- Introduction
- 1 Organizing Teams and Gathering the Data
- 2 Literacy Leadership Team Meeting #1
- 3 Evaluating Foundational Skills
- 4 Evaluating Comprehension Grades K–3
- 5 Evaluating Comprehension Grades 4–12
- 6 Evaluating Vocabulary Grades K–12
- 7 Evaluating Writing Grades K–12
- 8 Evaluating Classroom Libraries and Independent Reading
- 9 Literacy Leadership Team Meeting #2: Concluding the Evaluation and Making Recommendations
- 10 Literacy Leadership Team Meeting #3: Evaluating the New Literacy Program or Materials
- 11 Pilot-Testing Recommendations
- 12 Implementing a New Literacy Program: Professional Learning and Coaching
- Afterword
- Appendix A: Pre-Evaluation Form
- Appendix B: Surveys and Tools
- Appendix C: Composite Score Sheet
- Appendix D: Post-Evaluation Form
- References