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Peer reviewedWilson-Keenan, Jo-Anne; Solsken, Judith; Willett, Jerri – Language Arts, 2001
Illustrates how classroom talk that includes students, families, and teachers can create spaces in which students from diverse cultural backgrounds negotiate purposeful literacy practices. Presents two versions of a story of a family visit, the first version reflects an educator's understanding of the visit at the time and the second reflects the…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Classroom Communication, Cooperation, Cultural Differences
Peer reviewedRosenbloom, Cindy Shultz – Language Arts, 1991
Discusses how young children, when given a chance in the classroom, display many and varied responses to literature. Shares, through the use of classroom experiences, how language and literature can guide the development of curriculum. (MG)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Classroom Communication, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Peer reviewedGenishi, Celia – Language Arts, 1989
Discusses the complex interplay between adults' and children's choices by introducing Henry James' fictional character, Maisie. Examines aspects of first graders' computer use, and considers how adult-determined purposes of the curriculum correspond with children's own worlds. Urges educators to make curriculum choices in collaboration with…
Descriptors: Childhood Needs, Children, Classroom Communication, Classroom Environment
