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Ep. 153: Science of Reading Beyond Phonics: Fluency Instruction and Assessment with Jan Hasbrouck

Jul 7, 2023

Jan Hasbrouck, an expert in fluency instruction and assessment, joins Melissa and Lori Love Literacy to discuss tips for assessing and teaching fluency. They debunk myths, explain the Hasbrouck-Tindal Oral Reading Fluency Chart, and emphasize the importance of automaticity and expression in fluency. They also explore the optimal reading range, challenges for dyslexic students, the significance of prosody, and the value of the Orph assessment tool. The speakers share their love for reading, dedication to literacy and education, and passion for teaching and helping struggling children.

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Jan Hasbrouck

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Quick takeaways

Assessing fluency is important for evaluating reading abilities and should be addressed alongside other foundational skills.

Words correct per minute (WCPM) provides valuable insights into a student's fluency level and potential comprehension skills.

Improving fluency requires targeted instruction focusing on accuracy, rate, and prosody, while reinforcing the connection between fluency and comprehension.

Deep dives

The Importance of Assessing Fluency

Assessing fluency is a valuable tool in evaluating a student's reading abilities. It measures a student's accuracy and rate of reading, providing insights into their fluency levels. While fluency is not the sole indicator of comprehension, it serves as a crucial component in the reading process. Teachers can use tools like the Hasbrooke-Tindall Oral Reading Fluency Chart or commercially available assessments to assess fluency. It is important to note that fluency should be addressed alongside other foundational skills such as language development and word recognition. By identifying areas of weakness, teachers can tailor interventions to help students improve their fluency and ultimately enhance their reading comprehension.

Introduction

2min

Assessing Fluency in Reading

27min

The Ideal Range for Reading Fluency

15min

Developing Fluency in Reading and Dyslexia

7min

The Importance of Prosody in Reading

4min

The Importance of Using the Orph Assessment Tool in Reading Instruction

2min

Passion for Reading and Media

3min

Passion for Teaching and Helping Struggling Children

3min

Today we talk about fluency and assessment with Jan Hasbrouck. She shares tips and tricks for how to to best assess and teach fluency. She also debunks frequent fluency misunderstandings and explains the scientific evidence that underlies the Hasbrouck-Tindal Oral Reading Fluency Chart.

Note: During the podcast, we mentioned we would link Jan’s previous studies on ORF. But… we want to make sure the most recent information (Fluency Norms Chart 2017 Update) is the one that is prioritized for instructional use, so we’ve linked that to avoid confusion.

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