'Challenging texts' presentation slideshows

The Role of Background Knowledge in Reading Instruction

The Role of Background Knowledge in Reading Instruction. Multiple Challenges in Close Reading. Academic language needed Unlocking the meaning of complex texts. How much background knowledge should we provide? . Continuum None Extensive. How much background knowledge?.

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Scandinavians Seek Land, Students Seek Meaning

Scandinavians Seek Land, Students Seek Meaning. CCLS and Academic Language. CCLS require extensive reading of challenging texts CCLS require analysis of claims and evidence CCLS require sophisticated writing in which arguments are explicitly articulated

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Increasing Comprehension Through the Use of Leveled Readers

Increasing Comprehension Through the Use of Leveled Readers. My Action Research Journey. Where I have been. Regular Education Teacher. Special Education Teacher. Started out teaching regular 4 th grade 3 ability reading groups per class using 3 different basals

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2014-15 High Impact Social Studies Strategies Professional Development Unit

2014-15 High Impact Social Studies Strategies Professional Development Unit. During the course of this PDU, what three instructional strategies did I implement? What strategy worked best? Why?. (Please name 3 strategies that were introduced in any of the workshops)

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