Teacher Knowledge
This explanation of reading fluency functions like a computer with input sequentially entered in the "central processing unit" or the mind of the reader.
What is automaticity?
Vocal expression in reading that later helps fluency and reading comprehension.
What is prosody?
This assessment requires children to read a grade level passage aloud, containing 200-300 words, for one minute.
What is DIBELS?
There is considerable evidence that re-reading the same text for approximately five practice repetitions leads to automaticity.
What is repeated reading?
This kind of learner usually lags behind the class. It's important for them to read aloud regardless of their reading level. When working with these students, the teacher needs to determine whether they have phonological or phonemic awareness gaps.
What is English language learners?
The simplicity of this strategy is appealing, but research has shown it to be far less effective than other fluency-building strategies. It is suggested to NOT be used in your classroom.
What is round-robin reading?
This term is characterized by accuracy, speed, expression and phrasing (also known as scooping and chunking).
What is reading fluency?
A) Accuracy
B) Expression
C) Phrasing
D) Smoothness
E) Pace
What is the Multidimensional Fluency Scale?
This term is characterized by direct, unambiguous teaching that proceeds in small steps, checking for understanding, supporting learning through instructional supports or scaffolds, and active student participation and response.
What is explicit instruction?
The origin of the problem for these students are typically found in two places; they may not instantly recognize core high-frequency words, and/or they may have gaps in the their phonics knowledge that prevents them from efficiently applying blending strategies to decode syllable and multi-syllable words.
What is struggling readers?
This strategy offers students a unique opportunity to participate in reading along with others, which can help foster a sense of teamwork, support, and pride in personal and group accomplishment.
What is Readers' Theatre?