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Melissa & Lori Love Literacy ™

Ep. 198: The Literacy 50: Is There a Place for Sustained, Silent Reading in the School Day?

Jun 21, 2024
Debating the value of sustained silent reading in schools, supporting reading volume with text sets and full-length texts, challenges in assessing reading comprehension skills, and testing comprehension within curriculum parameters are discussed in this episode.
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Quick takeaways

  • Sustained silent reading can optimize instructional time, but foundational skills should be prioritized for struggling readers.
  • Increasing reading volume can be achieved through text sets and full-length texts to enhance comprehension and knowledge.

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Maximizing Instructional Time in Your Classroom with Sustained Silent Reading

Maximizing instructional time in the classroom can be achieved through effective use of sustained silent reading. While some students benefit from independent reading time, it may not be the most efficient use of instructional time for all. Research by the National Reading Panel suggests that instructional time may be better utilized in teaching struggling readers foundational skills like phonemic awareness, phonics, and fluency before transitioning to independent reading for fluent readers to enhance vocabulary and knowledge.

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