Research Synthesis. You will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge about effective literacy assessment, programs and materials, and instructional practices for middle school/high school students. Your task will involve reviewing a minimum of three articles addressing a specific assessment, program, set of materials, or instructional aspects of literacy (e.g., assessment and/or instruction, vocabulary, comprehension; developing effective literacy lessons, addressing the specific needs of struggling readers, etc.). Articles selected should be obtained from current (published within the last 5 years) print or electronic journals such as the Journal of Adolescent and Adult Literacy, Reading Online, or other peer reviewed/approved journals. You will be expected to turn in a 4 page paper summarizing your findings. The criteria for evaluating this assignment will include your ability to synthesize information obtained from the readings, the support you provide for your ideas, and the quality of writing and presentation.