Scaffolded Reading Experience
We designed and implemented a scaffolded reading experience, or SRE. The SRE followed a BDA approach which incorporates before reading, during reading, and after reading segments.These segments include vocabulary and background knowledge support. Using this structure allows the teacher to scaffold the reading so every student can access the text and learn from it. Some students from low-income households may not have the experience or background knowledge to comprehend a story, also known as a lack of exposure. (Carter, 2013)With the SRE approach, they will be supported in that area, as well as many others like vocabulary and text structure.
Interactive Read-Aloud
For an assignment, we designed and implemented an interactive read-aloud. This approach focuses more on the students listening and reacting to texts, rather than completing assignments for it. Research has shown that students being actively-involved in the read aloud is most effective. (Givens, 2018) Interactive read-alouds are fun for students and teachers alike. Students get to experience a fluent reader reading a book that the student may not be able to read by themselves. Teachers with students from low-income households can use interactive read-alouds as a motivator to read for students, as well an engaging lesson in literacy. Teachers can design these lessons as intensive or relaxed as they like depending on what they want their students to learn from the text.
Carter, C. J. (2013, May 19). Why Aren't Low-Income Students Succeeding in School? Retrieved from https://www.huffpost.com/entry/why-arent-low-income-stud_b_2909180
Givens, L. (2018, February 08). The Importance of Interactive Read-alouds. Retrieved from https://ortongillinghamonlinetutor.com/the-importance-of-interactive-read-alouds/
Givens, L. (2018, February 08). The Importance of Interactive Read-alouds. Retrieved from https://ortongillinghamonlinetutor.com/the-importance-of-interactive-read-alouds/