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  Meaningful Read Alouds for Vocabulary and Oral Language Comprehension/ Part 1 MIDDLE SCHOOL : Please read this article, then respond to the prompt below. Additionally, here is a resource you might appreciate. :) EVERYONE : Please share how you can best facilitate a read-aloud in a virtual setting. Reflecting on the S tate the Purpose; T each; A sk/ R espond steps of read-alouds, how can we as virtual educators facilitate peer discussion in the A sk/ R espond step without, , disrupting the flow of the book?  Rebecca Minerd and Monelle Dalamn By the End of This Course You’ll Be Able To Describe the relationship between reading aloud to students and listening comprehension, vocabulary, and language skills Model ability to read aloud to students to enhance critical thinking, personal reflection, empathy and imagination Develop a plan for read-alouds using the K3 START Read framework and lesson planning sheet Apply engaging activities that are related to your read-alouds thro...

  Final thoughts on Phonics.... Word Chaining , Writing Words & Phrases , and Making It Work are critical components in systematic and explicit phonics instruction. What are the three actionable next steps you could commit to taking to improve student literacy? Feel free to use AI to create meaningful activities that supplement & complement grade-level subject area instruction. Rebecca Minerd and Monelle Dalman Systematic and Explicit Phonics Instruction By the End of This Course You’ll Be Able To Learners will understand the characteristics of an effective systematic and explicit phonics program. Learners will gain a foundational understanding of English orthography. Learners will be able to name and explain the role of the instructional components of an effective phonics program. Why It Matters The most recent report from our National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP, 2019) showed that nationwide 66% of our 4th students scored below proficient in reading. The hig...