Guided+Reading


 * Guided Reading**

In a guided reading strategy, students are grouped according to similar reading abilities or needs in order to help them read more complex texts and acquire skills to read independently for greater success and enjoyment. The learning groups will regroup as students’ individual reading abilities change. Guided reading assists students in learning about and understanding new text through group discussion of the ideas, information, and interpretation of the reading materials. In addition to enhancing the understanding of information, the process supports understanding of other aspects of reading such as: choosing a book; learning reading strategies for different genres; linking prior knowledge; and using meaning, syntax, and phonics to work out unknown words.
 * Description**

The teacher: • selects reading material for a clear purpose; • decides on group composition and observes to make appropriate group changes; • directs questions and student discussion to achieve the chosen outcomes; • makes the reading strategies used visible to students through discussion of their thinking; • observes strategies used by students to assess understanding; • encourages response and reflection.
 * Method**

Guided reading: • requires selection of appropriate materials (class texts, school library resources) to match readers' abilities and interests; • requires multiple copies of the text; • requires organization of time and routines for the rest of the class.
 * Considerations**


 * Illustrations From The Mathematics Classroom**

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 * Elementary**

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 * Secondary**