Reading and Learning Difficulties [Paperback]

First Published in 2005. All teachers recognise how crucial is the acquisition of good reading skills. This book will help teachers understand how pupils learn and will help them to meet those pupils' different needs through appropriate intervention. It includes: Clear explanation of different learning difficulties; Guidelines on types of assessment; Advice on how to select the best type of intervention and support. For teachers, TAs, Numeracy Co-ordinators and SENCOs.Chapter 1 Learning to read; Chapter 2 The reading process; Chapter 3 Learning difficulties; Chapter 4 General teaching approaches; Chapter 5 Specific teaching methods and strategies; Chapter 6 Teaching the basics; Chapter 7 Assessment; Chapter 8 Intervention and support;US? 2001 Peter Westwood