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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 1/1/2012Stock # ss12_035_05_51Volume 035Issue 05
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Informational reading AND claims and evidence
The author noted her students had a problem identifying ideas in informational texts and with the help of a reading teacher came up with a very effective lesson! She explains quite clearly h... See More
The author noted her students had a problem identifying ideas in informational texts and with the help of a reading teacher came up with a very effective lesson! She explains quite clearly how the lesson was set up so that students could feel ownership and interest in reading the materials. I have done similar lessons, and students like the opportunity to not only share with others, but, as in this lesson. to question claims and defend them with evidence from their own readings. Great lesson and easily modified for different topics.
Reading---and understanding---informational text
Are your students struggling to read the text? The author provides a template for how to break down complex topics for clearer understanding. Graphic organizers tips for differentiating for ... See More
Are your students struggling to read the text? The author provides a template for how to break down complex topics for clearer understanding. Graphic organizers tips for differentiating for reading ability will help you to assist your students as they master informational text. Although the author uses earthquakes as the topic, the ideas presented in this article could be modified for any discipline.
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