Reading and Writing InstructionCollins Cobuild Learners Dictionary - Concise EditionThe Collins Cobuild Learner’s Dictionary, written in plain language, provides a detailed picture of the English language. With over 60,000 references and 55,000 examples, there is a wealth of information on the central core of English vocabulary, and much more besides. The dictionary includes:
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Readers Bookstore Easing Into EssaysReading Level: 5- 8 Easing into Essays gently leads students into writing organized, edited essays. Students learn to follow a five-step process that begins with brainstorming and ends with a final version of the essay. Mastery of this process and acquisition of the writing skills that come with practice will enable your students to write competently and with confidence. The Teacher’s Guide provides suggestions for helping students get the most out of the book and includes Photocopy Masters. New Readers Bookstore NECTAR - New Era Classroom, Technology & Research FoundationThe NECTAR Foundation, a non-profi t foundation established in 199l, is dedicated to the development of innovative educational programs featuring the integration of interactive technologies and individualized student programs. NECTAR specializes in the development and marketing of curriculum-based software programs for kindergarten to grade 12 in: Mathematics - Math Trek series
for kindergarten to grade 12 Nectar programs are developed by curriculum experts - teachers, consultants and curriculum coordinators. They are based on the curriculum taught in most North American jurisdictions and meet the standards set by professional associations (mathematics, science, language and literacy). Reading and Writing Achievement - This program is designed to assist students preparing for the Grade 10 Test of Reading and Writing which is required in some jurisdictions. The software provides tutorials, activities, assessment, and tracking of student achievement. The Reading section focuses on skills and strategies that students require to access informational, graphical and literary texts. The Writing section focuses on the composition and proofreading of news reports, informational paragraphs, summaries, opinion pieces, spelling, grammar, punctuation and sentence structure. The section, Understanding Questions, assists students in identifying key terms, interpreting various types of questions, and structuring effective answers. A resource manual supports the software program. CD and Internet versions are available. Reading and Writing for Life - this program is designed to improve adult literacy skills. The Reading section focuses on skills and strategies that adults require to access informational, graphical and literary texts. A section on Understanding Questions is designed for adults who intend to pursue further formal education. The Writing section focuses on the composition and proofreading of news reports, information paragraphs, summaries, opinion pieces, correspondence (memos and letters), and various forms of writing related to employment. A resource manual supports the software program. Technical information, an overview of reading and writing skills, additional activities and assessment instruments are included. A comprehensive adult study guide is a major component. CD and Internet versions are available. For more information contact: |
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