Understanding Reading by Frank Smith

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Summary

"Understanding Reading" revolutionized reading research and theory when the first edition appeared in 1971. In the sixth edition, Smith's purpose remains the same: to shed light on fundamental aspects of the complex human act of reading - linguistic, physiological, psychological, and social - and on what is involved in learning to read.

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Understanding Reading by Frank Smith

This sixth edition--a classic in the field of psychology of reading--explains fundamental aspects of the complex human act of reading--linguistic, psychological, and social--and what is involved in learning to read.

Language has always piqued Frank Smith's interest. Before beginning formal academic studies in Australia, he worked as a journalist in a number of places. This resulted in a doctorate. at Harvard University, as well as further travel around the world researching, speaking, and publishing about thinking and learning. He has taught at the University of Toronto, the Ontario Centre for Studies in Education, the University of Victoria in British Columbia, and the University of Witwatersrand in South Africa. He has written numerous articles and books.

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ISBN 13 9780805847123
ISBN 10 080584712X
Title Understanding Reading
Author Frank Smith
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc
Year published 2004-02-27
Number of pages 388
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.