Teaching Reading Fluency and Assessment

The chapter explores the guest's journey from teaching to developing a research-based approach to teaching reading fluency, emphasizing the often overlooked but crucial aspect of fluency in reading. It discusses the impact of influential articles, challenges with scripted curriculum, and the importance of incorporating engaging texts like poetry and scripts for fluency practice. Additionally, the chapter delves into the significance of proper assessments, highlighting the use of a multidimensional rubric to identify areas of improvement and guide targeted interventions for students.