Term
Summer 8-15-2016
Capstone
Thesis
Degree Name
MALED
Primary Advisor/Dissertation Chair
Marcia Rockwood
Secondary Advisor/Reader One
Tamy Reese
Peer-Reviewer/Reader Two
Kristen Lea
Abstract
The question addressed in this research project was, how can using literacy centers support a balanced literacy approach in a Pre-K classroom? The author’s motivation for completeing this capstone was to learn more about balanced literacy and how the use of balanced literacy could support her student’s learning. This capstone describes, in detail, what balanced literacy is, what literacy centers are , and how to use both to create an engaging learning environment for Pre-K students. It also provides guidelines for how to manage literacy centers both in organization of materials and the literacy center time block. Finally, the capstone provides lesson planning templates and ideas for curriculum to use in each literacy center.
Research Methodology
Action Research
Keywords
Classroom Management, Early Childhood, Literacy, Balanced Literacy
Recommended Citation
Rowan, Jacquelin Ann, "Using Literacy Centers To Support A Balanced Literacy Program In A Pre-K Classroom" (2016). School of Education and Leadership Student Capstone Theses and Dissertations. 4210.
https://digitalcommons.hamline.edu/hse_all/4210