Accelerating and Extending the Literacy of Diverse Students keeps alive the conviction that the growing diverse student body can become successful learners. By creating a culturally relevant classroom that is validating and affirming as it acknowledges the strengths of diverse students, culturally relevant teaching can empower students, motivating them to excel in the classroom and beyond. Each chapter provides sound strategies that can be used to transform teaching of diverse students, using technology, visual literacy, picture books, bibliotherapy, and explorations of where words come from leading to a deeper appreciation and use of words as students read and write. Realizing that teaching can be wearing and stressful, one chapter provides suggestions on how teachers can recharge and nurture their inner lives to be the happy teachers that can change the world.
Foreword
Preface
Introduction
Chapter 1- Using Culturally Responsive Teaching to Differentiate and Accelerate Literacy for Diverse Learners Dorothy A. Sisk What it means to be culturally sensitive teacher Importance of the Teacher as the Primary Agent of Change Culturally Relevant Pedagogy Culturally Responsive Teaching is Validating Culturally Responsive Teaching is Comprehensive Culturally Responsive Teaching is Multidimensional Culturally Responsive Teaching is Empowering Culturally Responsive Teaching is Transformative Culturally Responsive Teaching is Emancipatory The Challenge of Culturally Responsive Teaching with Students of Poverty Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 2- DISCOVER: A Model for Identifying and Nurturing Strengths in Creative Problem C. June Maker Solving across Diverse Domains of Ability Problem Solving: The Key Construct in Intelligence and Creativity Designing Challenging Questions and Problems: The DISCOVER Problem Continuum The Closed Problems The Semi-Open Problems The Open-Ended Problems Performance-Based Assessments of Creative Problem Solving in Human Abilities Hands-On Activities Hands-On Assessment Activities for Preschool Children Oral Linguistic Math Spatial Hands-On Assessment Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students Spatial Artistic Spatial Analytical Oral Linguistic Hands-On Assessment Activities for High School Students and Adults Spatial Analytical Spatial Artistic Oral Linguistic Naturalist Mechanical-Technical Personal Paper/Pencil Activities Paper and Pencil Assessment Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students Concept Maps Math Written Linguistic Paper and Pencil Assessment Activities for High School Students and Adults Concept Maps Math Written Linguistic Talent and Ability Profiles Nurturing the Talents and Strengths of Students: The DISCOVER Curriculum Model Research on the DISCOVER Model Assessment Research on Diverse Students Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 3- Motivating Gifted Readers Sandra Kaplan and Jessica Manzone Another Focus on Motivation Strategies to Increase Student Motivation Strategy#1 n++ Student-to-Student Book Messaging Strategy#2 n++ Time and Place Reading Decisions: Strategy#3 n++ Recognition of Difference in How to Read: Strategy#4 n++ Reading Alignment to the Nature of Giftedness: Strategy#5 n++ Reading Like a Disciplinarian: Connections to the Common Core State Standards Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 4- Happy Teachers Will Change the World: Nurturing the Inner Life of Teachers Michele Kane Revisiting Research Reconsider and Reflect on Personal Challenges Positive Qualities Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching Renewing Passion and Purpose for your Profession Recognizing the Elements of Well-Being Rekindling Beginner's Mind and Remaining Present Reclaiming Positivity and Well-Being School Response: Teaching and Learning Increased School's Gross National Happiness Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 5- Engaging and Effective Strategies for English Language Learners Elsa Fernandez Anderson Developing Critical Thinking Developing Academic Vocabulary Developing Literacy Case Study Sample of Strategies Incorporating CLD Pedagogy Strategy: SWIRL Strategies to move from social to academic language Strategy: Is it a Fact? n++Social Language Version Strategy: Is it a Fact? n++Academic Language Version Strategy: Visual Discoveries n++Social Language Version Strategy: Visual Discoveries n++Academic Language Version Strategy: What's the Symbol? n++ Variation Strategy Strategy: Words In, Words Out Strategy: Question Ladders Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 6n++ The Use of Response to Intervention (RtI) to Provide Instruction for Twice-Exceptional Students Debra A. Troxclair Diversity-Conformity Paradox Response to Intervention: Initial Focus on Assessment on Learning Disabilities Response to Intervention: Gifted Learners Twice-Exceptional Gifted Learners Status of Response to Intervention (RtI) and Gifted Learners Response to Intervention (RtI) and Literacy Instruction for Twice-Exceptional Learners Response to Intervention Framework: Identification of Twice-Exceptional GT/LD Students Response vs. Non-Response Element of (RtI) Screening for GT/LD Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 7n++ Learning, Reading, and Writing Words Closely and Deeply: The Archaeology of Thought Shane Templeton Activities The First Layer: Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes Exploring the Layer: Etymology and the Dictionary More Advanced Etymology: The Assimilation of Prefixes Serious Archaeology: Indo-European Roots Application to Learning a New Language Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 8- Academic Language Across the Genre Eugenia Mora-Flores and Sandra Kaplan Reading Around the Genre Academic Language Academic Language Role of Academic Language Connection of Academic Language to Standards Differentiating Academic Language Scaffolding Collaboration Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 9- Using Technology to Accelerate Literacy for Diverse Learners L. Kay Abernathy A Literacy Teacher in the Digital Age History of the Digital Age Empowering and Emancipatory Effects of Technology Technology and Global Perspective Technology, Social Software, and Second Language Learners Technology and Responsive Pedagogy Technology, Transformation, and Validation Assistive Technology and Physical Disabilities Technology and Digital Stories Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 10- Picture Book Essentials and the English Language Arts Common Core Standards Laura Beltchenko A Lens on ELA CCSS and Implications for English Language Learners (ELLs) Theory into Practice A Lens on ELA CCSS, Text Complexity and Text Leveling The Value of Reading Aloud A Lens on ELA CCSS, Read Alouds, Vocabulary Development, Speaking and Listening Multicultural Literature Perspective in Children's Books A Lens on ELA CCSS, Culture and Diversity Books with Pictures, Picture Books, Picture Story Books and Illustrated Books Supporting Children's ZPD through Text and Illustration Interaction Looking through the Lens of Three Learners Cognitive and Affective Purpose of Viewing the Picture Book Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 11- Using Visual Literacy and Images as a Gateway to Expand Diverse Students' Critical Thinking and Literacy Development Donna L. Knoell History of Visuals in the Communication Process Research and Best Practices Gateway to Learning for Diverse Students The Power and Impact of Visual Communication Classroom Instructional Opportunities: Moving Instructional Potential Forward Practical Suggestions for Implementing Visual Literacy Skills in Diverse Classrooms Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 12- Using Bibliotherapy to Support the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Students Heather A. Harder Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Students Bibliotherapy to the Rescue Bibliotherapy Defined Benefits of Bibliotherapy How Bibliotherapy Works Creating a Bibliotherapy Plan Criteria for Selecting Books for Bibliotherapy Conclusion References Recommended picture books to use with culturally and linguistically diverse students Diversity, Equality & Multicultural Issues Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 13- Crossing the Divide: Storytelling as a Bridge to Student-Teacher Connection Marc Kuly The Divide A Rationale for Crossing the Divide Building Bridges: Storytelling in Practice Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On
Chapter 14- Putting it Altogether: Accelerating and Extending the Literacy of Diverse Students Dorothy Sisk Conclusion
Foreword Preface Introduction Chapter 1- Using Culturally Responsive Teaching to Differentiate and Accelerate Literacy for Diverse Learners Dorothy A. Sisk What it means to be culturally sensitive teacher Importance of the Teacher as the Primary Agent of Change Culturally Relevant Pedagogy Culturally Responsive Teaching is Validating Culturally Responsive Teaching is Comprehensive Culturally Responsive Teaching is Multidimensional Culturally Responsive Teaching is Empowering Culturally Responsive Teaching is Transformative Culturally Responsive Teaching is Emancipatory The Challenge of Culturally Responsive Teaching with Students of Poverty Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 2- DISCOVER: A Model for Identifying and Nurturing Strengths in Creative Problem C. June Maker Solving across Diverse Domains of Ability Problem Solving: The Key Construct in Intelligence and Creativity Designing Challenging Questions and Problems: The DISCOVER Problem Continuum The Closed Problems The Semi-Open Problems The Open-Ended Problems Performance-Based Assessments of Creative Problem Solving in Human Abilities Hands-On Activities Hands-On Assessment Activities for Preschool Children Oral Linguistic Math Spatial Hands-On Assessment Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students Spatial Artistic Spatial Analytical Oral Linguistic Hands-On Assessment Activities for High School Students and Adults Spatial Analytical Spatial Artistic Oral Linguistic Naturalist Mechanical-Technical Personal Paper/Pencil Activities Paper and Pencil Assessment Activities for Elementary and Middle School Students Concept Maps Math Written Linguistic Paper and Pencil Assessment Activities for High School Students and Adults Concept Maps Math Written Linguistic Talent and Ability Profiles Nurturing the Talents and Strengths of Students: The DISCOVER Curriculum Model Research on the DISCOVER Model Assessment Research on Diverse Students Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 3- Motivating Gifted Readers Sandra Kaplan and Jessica Manzone Another Focus on Motivation Strategies to Increase Student Motivation Strategy#1 - Student-to-Student Book Messaging Strategy#2 - Time and Place Reading Decisions: Strategy#3 - Recognition of Difference in How to Read: Strategy#4 - Reading Alignment to the Nature of Giftedness: Strategy#5 - Reading Like a Disciplinarian: Connections to the Common Core State Standards Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 4- Happy Teachers Will Change the World: Nurturing the Inner Life of Teachers Michele Kane Revisiting Research Reconsider and Reflect on Personal Challenges Positive Qualities Red Flags of Ineffective Teaching Renewing Passion and Purpose for your Profession Recognizing the Elements of Well-Being Rekindling Beginner's Mind and Remaining Present Reclaiming Positivity and Well-Being School Response: Teaching and Learning Increased School's Gross National Happiness Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 5- Engaging and Effective Strategies for English Language Learners Elsa Fernandez Anderson Developing Critical Thinking Developing Academic Vocabulary Developing Literacy Case Study Sample of Strategies Incorporating CLD Pedagogy Strategy: SWIRL Strategies to move from social to academic language Strategy: Is it a Fact? -Social Language Version Strategy: Is it a Fact? -Academic Language Version Strategy: Visual Discoveries -Social Language Version Strategy: Visual Discoveries -Academic Language Version Strategy: What's the Symbol? - Variation Strategy Strategy: Words In, Words Out Strategy: Question Ladders Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 6- The Use of Response to Intervention (RtI) to Provide Instruction for Twice-Exceptional Students Debra A. Troxclair Diversity-Conformity Paradox Response to Intervention: Initial Focus on Assessment on Learning Disabilities Response to Intervention: Gifted Learners Twice-Exceptional Gifted Learners Status of Response to Intervention (RtI) and Gifted Learners Response to Intervention (RtI) and Literacy Instruction for Twice-Exceptional Learners Response to Intervention Framework: Identification of Twice-Exceptional GT/LD Students Response vs. Non-Response Element of (RtI) Screening for GT/LD Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 7- Learning, Reading, and Writing Words Closely and Deeply: The Archaeology of Thought Shane Templeton Activities The First Layer: Latin and Greek Roots and Affixes Exploring the Layer: Etymology and the Dictionary More Advanced Etymology: The Assimilation of Prefixes Serious Archaeology: Indo-European Roots Application to Learning a New Language Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 8- Academic Language Across the Genre Eugenia Mora-Flores and Sandra Kaplan Reading Around the Genre Academic Language Academic Language Role of Academic Language Connection of Academic Language to Standards Differentiating Academic Language Scaffolding Collaboration Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 9- Using Technology to Accelerate Literacy for Diverse Learners L. Kay Abernathy A Literacy Teacher in the Digital Age History of the Digital Age Empowering and Emancipatory Effects of Technology Technology and Global Perspective Technology, Social Software, and Second Language Learners Technology and Responsive Pedagogy Technology, Transformation, and Validation Assistive Technology and Physical Disabilities Technology and Digital Stories Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 10- Picture Book Essentials and the English Language Arts Common Core Standards Laura Beltchenko A Lens on ELA CCSS and Implications for English Language Learners (ELLs) Theory into Practice A Lens on ELA CCSS, Text Complexity and Text Leveling The Value of Reading Aloud A Lens on ELA CCSS, Read Alouds, Vocabulary Development, Speaking and Listening Multicultural Literature Perspective in Children's Books A Lens on ELA CCSS, Culture and Diversity Books with Pictures, Picture Books, Picture Story Books and Illustrated Books Supporting Children's ZPD through Text and Illustration Interaction Looking through the Lens of Three Learners Cognitive and Affective Purpose of Viewing the Picture Book Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 11- Using Visual Literacy and Images as a Gateway to Expand Diverse Students' Critical Thinking and Literacy Development Donna L. Knoell History of Visuals in the Communication Process Research and Best Practices Gateway to Learning for Diverse Students The Power and Impact of Visual Communication Classroom Instructional Opportunities: Moving Instructional Potential Forward Practical Suggestions for Implementing Visual Literacy Skills in Diverse Classrooms Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 12- Using Bibliotherapy to Support the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Students Heather A. Harder Meeting the Social and Emotional Needs of Diverse Students Bibliotherapy to the Rescue Bibliotherapy Defined Benefits of Bibliotherapy How Bibliotherapy Works Creating a Bibliotherapy Plan Criteria for Selecting Books for Bibliotherapy Conclusion References Recommended picture books to use with culturally and linguistically diverse students Diversity, Equality & Multicultural Issues Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 13- Crossing the Divide: Storytelling as a Bridge to Student-Teacher Connection Marc Kuly The Divide A Rationale for Crossing the Divide Building Bridges: Storytelling in Practice Conclusion References Teacher Voice Read On Log On Reflect On Chapter 14- Putting it Altogether: Accelerating and Extending the Literacy of Diverse Students Dorothy Sisk Conclusion
