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Download or read book Guiding Instruction in Young Adult Literature written by Lorraine Dagostino and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2021-08-15 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book draws from literary, psychological, and sociological perspectives to discuss and to illustrate how these perspectives contribute to instructional practices in Young Adult Literature. The focus is on young adult identity development as it is integrated into reading literature and contributing to the young adult reader’s personal growth. The suggestions for instruction range from complete lessons to mini-lessons as well as to student-developed lessons that encourage participation and responsibility of the student in his/her own learning. There is a section on integrating media, technology and literature in instruction. And finally, a look at implications and applications for assessment and curriculum.