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Froese 1991

 
Reference
 

Froese, Victor. 1991.Whole language: Practice and theory. Boston: Allyn and Bacon. 371pages. 0205126928. Interest level: lay specialist.

Summary
 

Is intended for prospective kindergarten to Grade 8 teachers in professional year of teacher training. Defines Whole Language as "child-centered, literature-based approach to language teaching that immerses students in real communication situations whenever possible."

 

Helps prospective teachers learn how to structure, plan, and execute a Whole Language program. Rationale for approach is based on information from the disciplines of

 
  • linguistics
  • psychology, and
  • pedagogy.

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