Handbook of writing research /

The definitive reference in the field, this volume synthesizes current knowledge on writing development and instruction at all grade levels. Prominent scholars examine numerous facets of writing from sociocultural, cognitive, linguistic, neuroscience and new literacy/technological perspectives. The...

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Other Authors: MacArthur, Charles A. (Editor), Graham, Steve, 1950- (Editor), Fitzgerald, Jill (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Guilford Press, [2016]
Edition:Second edition.
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Summary:The definitive reference in the field, this volume synthesizes current knowledge on writing development and instruction at all grade levels. Prominent scholars examine numerous facets of writing from sociocultural, cognitive, linguistic, neuroscience and new literacy/technological perspectives. The volume reviews the evidence base for widely used instructional approaches, including those targeting particular components of writing. Issues in teaching specific populations, including students with disabilities and English learners, are addressed. Innovative research methods and analytic tools are clearly explained, and key directions for future investigation identified.
Physical Description:xv, 464 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and indexes.
ISBN:9781462522439 (hardback)
1462522432 (hardback)