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The Role Of Children's Literature In One Rural Town's Elementary School: A Case Study, Jennifer L. Altieri

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

Although researchers and theorists have shown the value of using literature in the curriculum (Huck, Hepler, and Hickman, 1987; Norton, 1993), studies show that the use of children's literature in the classroom is not as common as one might think (Blass and Jurenka, 1989-1990; Morrow, 1982). One study suggests that teacher location may be related to the use of literature-based instruction (Lehman, Allen, and Freeman 1990). This study found that teachers in rural areas were less confident about teaching with literature without the benefit of a published reading program than urban and subur ban teachers. Rural teachers were also much …

A Kindergarten Writing Workshop: How Kindergarten Students Grow As Writers, Marjorie Hertz, Warren Heydenberk

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

The emergence of process writing and the advent of whole language during the 1980's challenged the 50 year practice of focusing on reading before teaching writing to young children. Today, writing as well as reading is clearly of great interest from the earliest stages of literacy development.

A Role For Bibliotherapy In Teacher Education, Cynthia M. Morawski

Reading Horizons: A Journal of Literacy and Language Arts

In order to engage effectively in their ongoing decision making about classroom management, learning difficulties,parental concerns, language instruction and curriculum design, teachers not only need to acquire relevant practical and theoretical knowledge. They must also learn to critically examine and reconstruct their perceptions of their own performance. The process of self-examination needs to be actively acknowledged and addressed in the development and implementation of the teacher education curriculum.

Western News, Jan. 30, 1997, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Haenicke lays the groundwork for future construction, Haworth and Waddles elected to lead board, Jorgens named dean of College of Arts and Sciences, Grants for first half of fiscal year exceed $14 million, Demonstration project gives libraries patrons access to more than 2,500 full-text publications, WMU to recognize contributions of women to sports, Educators should cultivate reflective thinking rather than indoctrinate particular values, Wiener honored for contributions to profession.

Wmu Board Of Trustees Annual Meeting January 24, 1997, Wmu Board Of Trustees

WMU Board of Trustees Meetings

• Remarks by the Chair
• Acceptance of the Agenda
• Approval of the Minutes
• Remarks by the President
• Election of Officers
• Recommendation re Trustee Emerita Boldi
• Grant Report
• Personnel Report
• Budget and Finance Committee Recommendations
• Gift Report
• Appointment for External Auditor
• Remarks by the Provost
• Public Comments
• Adjournment

Western News, Jan. 23, 1997, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: University celebrates the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., Much accomplished; but much yet to do; Haenicke tells audience, Text gives grandparents tips for being parents again, Music therapy text offers techniques to include special needs students, Internationally known expert to discuss research proposals.

Western News, Jan. 16, 1997, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: 'Building Community at WMU' is theme for King's birthday observance on campus, WMU physicist will use $900,000 federal grant to illuminate the secrets of molecular structure, Chapel recognized for leadership in reading, Book is futuristic view of the electronic global village, Diversity Video Fest scheduled for Jan. 24.

Western News, Jan. 9, 1997, Western Michigan University

Western News (1972-2018)

Story highlights: Legislature approves outlay funds; property transfer, Engler selects Pero for Board of Trustees, Trustees praise Haenicke; he donates raise to WMU, Bender chosen to lead fund-raising efforts, Darnell named Bronco head football coach, Workshop offered for staff on Covey's seven habits, Russian urban planner to speak Jan. 15-17, Propagation of the Depression is topic of talk, Snow removal crews ready to serve campus.

Fact Book 1997-1998, Western Michigan University

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Western Michigan University Undergraduate Catalog 1997-1999, Western Michigan University

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1997 University Employee Service Recognition Program, Western Michigan University

25 Year Club

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Cultural Aspects Of Learning Science, William W. Cobern, Glen Aikenhead

Scientific Literacy and Cultural Studies Project

Over the past few decades our focus on learning science has evolved (Aikenhead, 1996; Cobern, 1993, 1994; Solomon, 1994). The psychological perspectives on the individual learner of earlier years, such as Piaget, Ausubel, and personal constructivism (West and Pines, 1985), have expanded to encompass sociological perspectives that contextualize learning in social settings; for instance, social constructivism, science for specific social purposes, and situated cognition (Goodnow, 1990; Hennessy, 1993; Layton, Davey and Jenkins, 1986; O'Loughlin, 1992; Solomon, 1987; Tharp and Gallimore, 1988). This chapter addresses the next stage in the evolution of our focus on learning science—an anthropological perspective that contextualizes …