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Re: AR Program overview needed
Posted by honored on 8/06/08
I have the same question. I will be ST'ing in a 1st grade
classroom. My biggest question is how does this work? The
school that I was placed at implements this program. I have not
spoken to my CT yet and I desire some background info before
discussing. Is it in correlation with a full Literacy Framework
(Guided Reading, etc...) How do you monitor every child's
reading progress
On 7/29/08, Ima Teacher wrote:
> The program is an independent reading program designed to
> improve reading comprehension. It is most effective for
> students reading slightly below level or on level, although
> all students can participate.
>
> Because it is not designed to be THE reading program, it
> does not cover all aspects of a necessary program. It is
> just covering understanding what you read by yourself.
>
> There are also vocabulary tests and literacy skills tests
> available, but not for all books. They're typically for
> books that are instructional in nature. I use those with
> the books we read as a class.
>
> The student goals are set based on the student's reading
> level and the time given to read in class. Students can
> read at home, and that is encouraged. However, the teacher
> needs to do "status of the class" checks to diagnose reading
> issues and keep up with that the kids are reading.
>
> There is lots of room within the program to individualize
> for each student, and there should not be "across the board"
> goals for specific classes or groups of students.
>
> The program can be used as either an incentive-based program
> or a graded program. In a graded program it is important to
> make sure that the grades don't influence the overall grade
> more than the time being spent on reading in class.
>
> If your daughter is having trouble with the tests, you might
> want to try having her read shorter books or books of a
> slightly lower reading level to see if that helps. You can
> also try having her take a similar type of test first. You
> can find tests on bookadventure.com that are similar in
> format.
>
> I'm a certified trainer and long-time AR user. I'd be happy
> to answer any questions if you email me.
Posts on this thread, including this one
- AR Program overview needed, 7/29/08, by Confused parent.
- Re: AR Program overview needed, 7/29/08, by Ima Teacher.
- Re: AR Program overview needed, 8/06/08, by honored.
- Re: AR Program overview needed, 8/06/08, by not an independent program.
- Re: AR Program overview needed, 8/27/08, by Liza.
- Re: AR Program overview needed, 8/27/08, by Ima Teacher.
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