Language, Literacy, and Learning in the STEM Disciplines How Language Counts for English Learners By: Alison L. Bailey Publisher: Routledge Print ISBN: 9781138284289, 1138284289 eText ISBN: 9781351979597, 1351979590 Edition: 1st Copyright year: 2018 Format: EPUB Available from $ 20.78 USD SKU 9781351979597R90 With a focus on what mathematics and science educators need to know about academic language used in the STEM disciplines, this book critically synthesizes the current knowledge base on language challenges inherent to learning mathematics and science, with particular attention to the unique issues for English learners. These key questions are addressed: When and how do students develop mastery of the language registers unique to mathematics and to the sciences? How do teachers use assessment as evidence of student learning for both accountability and instructional purposes? Orienting each chapter with a research review and drawing out important Focus Points, chapter authors examine the obstacles to and latest ideas for improving STEM literacy, and discuss implications for future research and practice. Additional ISBNs 9781138284296, 1138284297 Download eBook Free: https://ouo.io/1Qcmtq6
