Previewing Techniques Used with Post-Literate Adults Studying Modern Literature.

Mudd, Norma

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Publication Date: 1990

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Previewing Techniques Used with Post-Literate Adults Studying Modern Literature.

Mudd, Norma

Reading, v24 n1 p37-44 Apr 1990

Gives some specific examples of previewing techniques for two types of modern literature (poetry and novels) that tutors can use to prepare adult students for the general style, concepts, and vocabulary of different writers, and to help students relate existing background knowledge to new information. (MG)

Descriptors: Adult Education, Adult Students, English Instruction, Literacy Education, Literature Appreciation, Reading Skills, Teaching Methods, Tutorial Programs, Twentieth Century Literature

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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