High Schools That Work

High Schools That Work

Getting Students Ready for College and Careers: Transitional Senior English

by Renee Murray and Gene Bottoms

This report describes and defines the reading- and writing-readiness standards that are needed to prepare students for postsecondary studies and careers. It provides samples of related school assessments to help teachers provide the support and class structure needed to get students to the readiness level expected by colleges. Also included are samples of learning activities to provide a structure for students to improve their literacy preparation.

Goal that it reflects: All recent high school graduates have solid academic preparation and are ready for postsecondary education and a career.

(08V04) 64 pages; 2007; $7.50

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