Supporting the Development of Reading in the CTE Classroom
Wichowski, Chester P.
Techniques: Connecting Education and Careers (J1), v86 n7 p36-39 Oct 2011
Reading is a fundamental skill. It is central to all learning and contributes to success in school as well as in the workplace. The development of reading skills in the career and technical education (CTE) classroom is important for several reasons. The development of student reading skills in the CTE classroom can be supported by any CTE teacher using proven reading strategies blended into his or her instruction. This article is based on the Temple University Reading Project which was designed to provide educators with strategies on how to integrate reading in the CTE classroom. The author outlines some proven strategies educators can use to enhance instruction and improve students' reading skills. (Contains 2 charts.)