Supporting Literacy for All Learners (2008)

This resource is a video interview with Scott Marfilius describing the importance of using a variety of tools and strategies to support literacy development for all learners.  Scott discusses specific reading and writing strategies as well as ways to effectively integrate technology into literacy programs.  During the interview he explores...

• the issues when focusing specifically on academics when teaching struggling students to read and write
• the five areas of focus needed during reading instruction and how models like the Four-Block Model of Literacy can help create a systematic approach to literacy instruction
• the supportive role technology can play in literacy instruction by emphasizing the literacy tasks students need to complete
• the importance of modeling the writing process during instruction, and
• the evolution of social network software as important tools for supporting writing for a real purpose

Presentations

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• Supporting Literacy for All Learners  (Presented by Scott Marfilius - 36:00 min)

About Scott Marfilius

Scott Marfilius is an Assistive / Educational Technology Consultant who has worked with individuals with disabilities for over 26 years.  He teaches and presents internationally, assisting teams implementing assistive technology at various levels. - more information.