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Brown, H. and Cambourne 1990

 
Reference
 

Brown, Hazel, and Brian Cambourne. 1990.Read and retell. Portsmouth, NH: Heinemann Educational. 144 pages. 0435085069. Location: Dallas SIL Library 372.6 B878r. Interest level: general.

Abstract
 

Has 38 texts that provide a range of writing that is

 
  • descriptive
  • persuasive
  • argumentative
  • explanatory, and
  • instructive.
 

Presents detailed instructions for use in the retelling context. Can photocopy texts for classroom use (back cover).

Summary
 

Explains how the retelling procedure maximizes students' potential in reading, writing, talking, and listening by forcing learners to focus on meaning. Details read and retell strategies and procedures. Describes implementation process. Shows how to use retelling as a strategy to assess children's comprehension of texts and to evaluate

 
  • their control over language
  • its structure, and
  • conventions.

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