Lively discussions! : fostering engaged reading / Linda B. Gambrell, Janice F. Almasi, editors.

Other author Gambrell, Linda B.
Other author Almasi, Janice F.
Format Book
Publication InfoNewark, Del. : International Reading Association, ©1996.
Descriptionxv, 316 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm
Subjects

Contents A New view of discussion / Janice F. Almasi -- What research reveals about discussion / Linda B. Gambrell -- Discussion in multilingual, multicultural classrooms / Alfredo Schifini -- Storytime plus dialogue equals interactive read alouds / Shelby J. Barrentine -- 'But bonsai trees don't grow in baskets': young children's talk during authentic inquiries / David Wray and Maureen Lewis -- Trusting students' questions about literature: stories across contexts / Michelle Commeyras, Kelly A. Sherrill, and Kimberly Wuenker -- Idea circles: peer collaborations for conceptual learning / John T. Guthrie and Ann D. McCann -- Promoting inquiry-oriented discussions using multiple texts / Douglas K. Hartman and Jeanette Allison -- Text talk: using discussion to promote comprehension of informational texts / Susan Anders Mazzoni and LInda B. Gambrell -- Transforming grand conversations into grand creations: using different types of text to influence student discussion / Dorothy J. Leal -- Pathways to meaning making: fostering intertextuality in the classroom / Trevor H. Cairney -- Creating a response-centered curriculum with literature discussion groups / Mary-Ellen Vogt -- Response-centered talk: windows on children's thinking / Lea M. McGee -- Planning, initiating, and sustaining literature discussion groups: the teacher's role / B. Joynce Wiencek -- Guiding student-led discussion groups / Susan I. McMahon -- Discussion: assessing what was said and what was done / Jane Brady Matanzo -- Story retelling: a discussion strategy to develop and assess comprehension / Lesley Mandel Morrow -- Discussions that focus on strategies and self-assessment / Barbara J. Walker.
Local noteLittle-303712--305131009272X
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references and indexes.
LCCN 96017614
ISBN0872071472