Abstract of

Targeting Adolescents' Literacy Skills Using One-To-One Instruction With Research-Based Practices

Timothy T. Houge

Constance Geier

David Peyton

Although there is evidence that literacy deficiencies in adolescents can be remedied with one-to-one tutoring using research-based instructional strategies, a review of current literature provides only limited information on transferring effective instructional strategies to learning environments outside of one-to-one tutoring centers. The authors of this article identify three components of successful one-to-one literacy tutoring programs, discuss what research reveals regarding one-to-one literacy instruction with adolescents, and provide commentary on how the instruction used in their reading clinic can be replicated for those attempting to apply one-to-one literacy instruction inside a tutoring center, resource room, or traditional classroom setting.

Abstract from Houge, T.T., Geier, C., & Peyton, D. (2008, May). Targeting Adolescents' Literacy Skills Using One-To-One Instruction With Research-Based Practices. Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 51(8), 640–650. doi: 10.1598/JAAL.51.8.3