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What is phonics?
Phonics is a method of instruction that teaches students the systematic relationship between letters and sounds in written and spoken language.
Who is phonics instruction intended for?
Phonics instruction is intended for beginning readers in the primary grades and for older students who are struggling to read.
What is decoding?
Decoding is the process of looking at a word, connecting the letters and sounds, and blending those sounds together to convert the printed word into its spoken form.
What does phonics instruction help students understand?
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How do letters and sounds work together?
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What are the four types of assessments mentioned in the text?
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What is the purpose of screening assessments?
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When is diagnostic assessment usually reserved for?
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What happens if screening results indicate a severe reading problem?
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