Presentation Topics

Adolescent Literacy including the following specific topics:

• Writing instruction for both the regular and inclusive classroom. (See recently published book, Teaching Writing in the Inclusive Classroom: Strategies and Skills for all Students, grades 6-12. Jossey-Bass, 2006.)
• Teaching the Literature Classics for both the regular and inclusive classroom.  (See upcoming book published in October 2007, Teaching the Literature Classics in the Inclusive Classroom, grades 6-12. Jossey-Bass.)
• Integrating the arts and creative dramatics in the literacy curriculum.
• Meeting the literacy needs of students in underserved schools.
• Portfolio development and implementation for the high school English classroom
• Creating a classroom and school environment where literacy is privileged.