Literacy Through Symbols, Second Edition: Improving Access for Children and Adults

Literacy Through Symbols, Second Edition: Improving Access for Children and Adults
ISBN-10
1134143664
ISBN-13
9781134143665
Category
Education
Pages
136
Language
English
Published
2013-10-11
Publisher
Routledge
Authors
Tina Detheridge, Mike Detheridge

Description

This second edition of an important and essentially practical book is now fully updated and revised to take into account the significant developments that have been made in using symbols to support literacy. It is full of ideas and examples of the ways in which access to literacy can be enhanced through the use of symbols, based on the experience of the authors and many practitioners. Topics covered include how symbols are being used in schools, colleges and day care centers; ways in which symbols can help to enhance learning and independence; lots of new examples of good practice from practitioners; the results of the Rebus Symbol development project; how symbols fit in with the National Literacy Strategy; and how symbols can be used to make information more accessible. Teachers in mainstream and special schools, teaching assistants, day-care workers and parents should find this book helps them understand how to use symbols to improve literacy and aid communication.

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