Chanting


 * Chanting**

Chanting is a process of exploring words and text through a rhythmical reading. Chanting helps students to interpret the meaning of a passage through rhythm and actions while engaging them in a new learning experience. The process also increases rhyme and phonemic awareness as students examine the structure and meaning of language. By giving a rhythmic focus for listening, students match text and meaning to sound. This strategy promotes a high level of participation.
 * Description**

The teacher:
 * Method**
 * selects appropriate material;
 * introduces chant to a small group or to the whole class;
 * models possibilities for interpretation;
 * encourages students to write their own chants;
 * monitors group cooperation.

Chanting:
 * Considerations**
 * helps ESL/ELD students and students with special needs to internalize meaning;
 * extends interpretations and enhances enjoyment by adding actions and music or sounds.


 * Illustrations From The Mathematics Classroom**

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 * Elementary**

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 * Secondary**