Teaching Literacy Effectively in the Primary School

Teaching Literacy Effectively in the Primary School takes a close look at the characteristics of teachers who are known to be highly effective in their teaching of literacy. Using findings from a ground-breaking research study commissioned by the Teacher Training Agency, the authors uncover a number of distinctive features of these teachers in terms of their literacy teaching practices, their knowledge and beliefs about literacy and its teaching, and their experiences of professional development. The authors also consider these findings with regard to their implications for policy and practice. This book makes a significant contribution to our understanding of the effective teaching of literacy, and of the qualities necessary in teachers if they are to provide it. It is essential reading for teachers in training, teachers in service and for those responsible for teacher professional development.Wray, David is the author of 'Teaching Literacy Effectively in the Primary School', published 2002 under ISBN 9780415237772 and ISBN 0415237777.