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Hinchman, Kathleen A.; Alvermann, Donna E.; Boyd, Fenice B.; Brozo, William G.; Vacca, Richard T. – Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 2004
This article provides an overview of research about how teachers, parents, and others can help young people develop literacy practices for success in school and life beyond school. The authors, members of the International Reading Association's Commission on Adolescent Literacy, present the results of its review of the literature in the form of…
Descriptors: Reading Instruction, Literacy, Reading Skills, Reading Motivation
Brozo, William G. – 2002
When it comes to reading, teen and preteen boys are the most difficult students. This book addresses the growing concern among middle and high school teachers about boys' lack of literacy growth and independent reading. The book makes the case that boys are in the greatest need of help with literacy instruction and stresses the importance of…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Adolescents, Classroom Techniques, Instructional Effectiveness