Book chapter 2016

Authentic Contexts for Developing Language Tools in Vocational Education

Content Area Reading and Learning: Instructional Strategies, 3rd Edition
Journal · pp. 349-362
Abstract

In order to participate in the 21st-century workforce, it is critical to ensure that all adolescents have a high degree of competence in literacy skills. This chapter offers practical and student-relevant ideas for bringing effective literacy strategies into vocational education. © 2008 by Taylor & Francis Group, LLC.

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Apprentices Students Vocational education Tools Authentic contexts Language tools
Author Affiliations
George Mason University, Fairfax, VA, United States
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  • EID 2-s2.0-105024158666
  • Language English