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Feathers, Karen M.; Smith, Frederick R. – Journal of Reading, 1987
Compares a real world model of literacy instruction (where reading is an integral component of everyday functioning) with actual classroom instruction to suggest that, at least in some content classes, this model is not operative. (NKA)
Descriptors: Basic Skills, Content Area Reading, Educational Objectives, Educational Resources
Rush, R. Timothy – 1986
The lack of emphasis on occupational literacy competencies in most public school reading curricula leaves students poorly prepared for the demands of the workplace. Most jobs require mastery of the following literacy competencies: technical vocabulary; locating and using information; following directions; and self-monitoring of comprehension and…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Classroom Techniques, Competency Based Education, Content Area Reading