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What is Simpson Paradox?
What is Simpson Paradox?
Simpson Paradox is a phenomenon in statistics where a trend appears in different groups of data but disappears or reverses when these groups are combined.
What does NAEP stand for?
What does NAEP stand for?
National Assessment of Educational Progress
What does Scientifically Based Reading Research (SBRR) refer to?
What does Scientifically Based Reading Research (SBRR) refer to?
Scientifically Based Reading Research refers to research that employs rigorous standards for the study of reading instruction and comprehension.
What is Response to Intervention?
What is Response to Intervention?
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What is the Hawthorne Effect?
What is the Hawthorne Effect?
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What are Matthew Effects in reading?
What are Matthew Effects in reading?
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What is the No Child Left Behind Act?
What is the No Child Left Behind Act?
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What is comprehension in reading?
What is comprehension in reading?
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What is fluency in reading?
What is fluency in reading?
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What does phonics involve?
What does phonics involve?
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What is phonological awareness?
What is phonological awareness?
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What is vocabulary in the context of reading?
What is vocabulary in the context of reading?
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What is letter knowledge?
What is letter knowledge?
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What does print awareness mean?
What does print awareness mean?
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What is the 100/100 Goal in education?
What is the 100/100 Goal in education?
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Which of the following are essential components of reading instruction? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are essential components of reading instruction? (Select all that apply)
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What is a phoneme?
What is a phoneme?
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What is a grapheme?
What is a grapheme?
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What are teaching strategies in the context of reading?
What are teaching strategies in the context of reading?
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What is 'Proust & the Squid' about?
What is 'Proust & the Squid' about?
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What are the phases of reading development according to Sousa?
What are the phases of reading development according to Sousa?
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What does working memory play in learning to read?
What does working memory play in learning to read?
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What happens in the brain when a child transitions from a non-reader to a novice reader?
What happens in the brain when a child transitions from a non-reader to a novice reader?
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How does the reading brain operate for novice readers?
How does the reading brain operate for novice readers?
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What distinguishes a strong reader from a struggling reader?
What distinguishes a strong reader from a struggling reader?
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Why is it important for teachers to understand neurodiversity?
Why is it important for teachers to understand neurodiversity?
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What is the difference between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches?
What is the difference between multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and transdisciplinary approaches?
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What are professional dispositions in teaching?
What are professional dispositions in teaching?
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What are the Common Core Standards?
What are the Common Core Standards?
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What is the Teaching Reading Sourcebook about?
What is the Teaching Reading Sourcebook about?
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What does miscue analysis help with?
What does miscue analysis help with?
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What is reading fluency?
What is reading fluency?
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What are intervention strategies?
What are intervention strategies?
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Reading is solely a cognitive process.
Reading is solely a cognitive process.
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What is the three finger rule in choosing reading material?
What is the three finger rule in choosing reading material?
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What are Hi-Low books?
What are Hi-Low books?
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Why is repetition important in reading?
Why is repetition important in reading?
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What is meant by 'stretch it' strategy in classroom discussions?
What is meant by 'stretch it' strategy in classroom discussions?
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All students can benefit from oral reading.
All students can benefit from oral reading.
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Study Notes
Vocabulary and Key Concepts
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Simpson Paradox: A statistical phenomenon where a trend appears in several different groups of data but disappears or reverses when these groups are combined.
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NAEP: National Assessment of Educational Progress; often referred to as the "Nation's Report Card," it assesses student performance in various subjects across the U.S.
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Scientifically Based Reading Research (SBRR): Research that focuses on effective methods for teaching reading, emphasizing evidence-based strategies.
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Response to Intervention: An educational strategy that provides early, systematic assistance to children who are having difficulty learning, aiming to prevent academic failure.
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The Hawthorne Effect: A psychological phenomenon where individuals modify an aspect of their behavior in response to their awareness of being observed.
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Matthew Effects: The theory that "the rich get richer and the poor get poorer," implying that students lacking early reading skills face challenges in developing those skills later.
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No Child Left Behind: A U.S. Act aimed at improving educational outcomes for all students, mandating standardized testing and accountability in schools.
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Comprehension: The ability to understand and interpret what is being read, demonstrating awareness of text meaning.
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Fluency: The capacity to read smoothly and expressively, combining speed, accuracy, and comprehension.
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Phonics: The instructional method focused on understanding the relationship between letters (graphemes) and sounds (phonemes).
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Phonological Awareness: The ability to recognize and manipulate the sound structure of spoken language, including elements like syllables and rhymes.
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Vocabulary: The body of words known and used by an individual or group, essential for effective communication and comprehension.
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Letter Knowledge: Understanding that letters are symbols representing sounds, fundamental for literacy development.
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Print Awareness: The understanding of the forms and functions of print, marking a child's awareness of how printed material is organized.
Reading Goals and Components
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100/100 Goal: An ideal educational framework where every student is engaged at all times while receiving tailored instruction from teachers.
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Essential Components of Reading:
- Phonemic Awareness
- Phonics & Word Study
- Vocabulary
- Fluency
Phonemic and Graphemic Insights
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Phoneme: The smallest units of sound in language that differentiate meaning.
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Grapheme: The smallest unit of writing in language, representing phonemes.
Teaching Strategies
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Teaching Strategies: Methods include:
- Wordless picture books
- Jigsaw activities
- Graphic organizers like the Frayer model
- Exit tickets to assess understanding
Reading and Brain Development
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Proust & the Squid: Discusses the evolution of reading as a learned behavior rather than a natural instinct and its impact on the brain's plasticity.
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Sousa's Phases of Reading Development:
- Pre-alphabetic phase: No understanding of letters.
- Partial alphabetic phase: Some letter sound connections.
- Full alphabetic phase: Comprehensive letter-sound connections.
- Consolidated alphabetic phase: Skilled and fluent reading.
Interventions and Assessments
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Intervention Strategies: Techniques to support struggling readers, including paired reading, choral reading, and individually tailored instruction.
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Assessing Fluency: Oral Reading Fluency assessments help identify at-risk students and determine their instructional level.
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Miscue Analysis: A method of understanding individual reading strategies by analyzing errors made during reading.
Reading Materials and Environment
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High-Performing Reading Classroom:
- Variety of books available.
- Engaging reading assignments with authentic tasks.
- Promotion of higher-order thinking skills.
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Three Finger Rule: A strategy for selecting books by assessing unfamiliar words to ensure that they are at the appropriate reading level.
Understanding Learning Differences
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504 and IEP: Different tiers of intervention in education, focusing on support for students with disabilities without requiring special education services (504) or with (IEP).
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Neuro-Diversity: The importance for teachers to understand the range of learning differences present in their classrooms, ensuring inclusive and effective instructional strategies.
Language and Format in Education
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Complete Sentence Format: Teaching students to respond in complete sentences enhances their communication skills and clarity of thought.
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Format Matters: Emphasizes the significance of appropriate grammatical structures and the use of complete sentences in academic settings.
Reading Fluency and Comprehension
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Fluency as a Bridge: Acts as a crucial link between decoding words and understanding their meanings, underlining its importance in reading comprehension.
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Good vs. Struggling Readers: Skilled readers can self-monitor and correct their reading, while struggling readers often rely on external validation.
Cognitive and Instructional Strategies
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Transactional Strategy Instruction: Encouraging students to take ownership of their comprehension strategies to foster independent learning.
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Culture of Error: Creating a classroom environment that encourages learning from mistakes rather than punishing them.
These concise notes encapsulate the key concepts and strategies integral to effective reading instruction, catering to various aspects of literacy education.
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