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Direct linkPennell, Colleen – Eye on Education, 2020
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…
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Literacy Education, Curriculum Evaluation, Instructional Materials
Martinez, Miriam G.; And Others – Principal, 1991
Research has shown that independent reading, both in school and out, is associated with gains in reading achievement. Principals can play a critical role by promoting voluntary reading to teachers, students, parents, and the community. (17 references) (MLF)
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Elementary Education, Independent Reading, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedWinograd, Peter; Greenlee, Marilyn – Educational Leadership, 1986
A balanced approach to reading instruction favors cultivating reading as a strategic activity that requires intentionality, interest, and motivation on the part of the learner. Includes references. (MD)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Independent Reading, Reading Ability, Reading Attitudes
Download full textSanacore, Joseph – 1990
Administrators should realize that whole language is a multidimensional belief system, that everyone involved in its implementation must become a learner, and that this process requires risk taking in a supportive environment. Principals can provide such support by working cooperatively with teachers during every phase of implementation. The…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Administrator Role, Administrators, Elementary Education
Sanacore, Joseph – 1988
In supporting independent or contextual reading, the principal can make a major difference in the lives of remedial and at-risk students. Initially, curricular congruence should be firmly established so that learning center staff and classroom teachers mutually support the use of school time for developing students' fluency. In addition, sustained…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, High Risk Students, Independent Reading, Instructional Leadership
Zakariya, Sally Banks – American School Board Journal, 1985
Evaluates the report of the Commission on Reading, "Becoming a Nation of Readers," which focuses on giving attention to classroom teaching, testing, and teacher education. It gives recommendations for changes in the way reading is taught and includes the list of 17 recommmendations from the report. (MD)
Descriptors: Ability Grouping, Books, Childrens Literature, Educational Change
Sanacore, Joseph – 1988
Because independent reading builds the foundation for long-term literacy, administrators must encourage teachers to create a positive attitude toward independent reading in school. Five guidelines can help influence teachers' attitudes toward independent reading: (1) share valuable information concerning independent reading, including current…
Descriptors: Administrator Responsibility, Administrator Role, Elementary Education, Independent Reading
