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| Language Arts | 5 |
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| Journal Articles | 5 |
| Opinion Papers | 2 |
| Guides - Non-Classroom | 1 |
| Information Analyses | 1 |
| Reference Materials -… | 1 |
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Peer reviewedLaSpina, James Andrew – Language Arts, 2001
Considers how textual and digital visual worlds come together to create new ways of thinking about text and the nature of representation. Compares the graphic space of the printed page and the digital space of screen displays. Argues that each of these two mediums supports a distinctive yet vital way of thinking and that neither can be dispensed…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Electronic Text, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Processing
Peer reviewedRoberts, Marion A. – Language Arts, 1979
A humorous account of errors in existing basal readers and workbooks. (DD)
Descriptors: Basal Reading, Elementary Education, Language Arts, Reading Instruction
Peer reviewedTway, Eileen – Language Arts, 1988
Reviews ten books in two major categories (Professional References and Instructional Materials), which can assist teachers in helping children develop critical power in literacy. (SR)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Critical Thinking, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedShannon, Patrick – Language Arts, 1982
Examines a professional journal's treatment of the relationship between elementary teachers and commercial reading materials. Findings are divided into 10-year increments from 1924 to the present. (HTH)
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Educational Trends, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials
Peer reviewedLanguage Arts, 1989
Discusses problems related to using basal readers for reading instruction. Recommends actions for local administrators and policymakers. (MG)
Descriptors: Administrators, Basal Reading, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Acquisition
