See-Think-Wonder
This visible thinking routine developed by Harvard Project Zero uses observations, inferences, and questions to develop vocabulary and background knowledge, and foster conversations among students.
« No More Strategy of the Week »: Considerations for Connecting Comprehension Instruction Back to the Book
In this article, the authors present some considerations for abandoning decontextualized strategy instruction and instead provide some ideas for how to shape comprehension instruction around the texts we use in the classroom. They offer some guiding theories, some key considerations, and they present examples for classroom teachers.
Reconsidering Reading Levels
The Ontario Human Rights Commission’s Right to Read inquiry concluded that running records and reading level assessments have not been effective in identifying students who need additional support or in providing teachers with accurate information to guide instruction. We now know that there are more effective ways to understand student reading skills and ensure that…
Juicy Sentence Guidance
Far too often, students who struggle with reading and language are given simplified, uninteresting texts. These texts are judged to be “at-the-students’ language or reading level” but deny students access to rich, interesting, age-appropriate text. This guidance document outlines some ideas for fostering conversations around “juicy sentences,” where students learn to deconstruct and reconstruct sentences,…
Syntax Knowledge to Practice
In the webinar, Margie Gillis and Nancy Eberhardt explored the effective use of syntax in teaching reading and writing. The webinar highlighted the role syntax plays in enhancing language and literacy. Gillis and Eberhardt highlight a « function-first » approach to teaching syntax, a key element of the Ontario Language curriculum. Specific instructional activities to teach syntax…
Arbre de décision diagnostique
Il peut être difficile de gérer les nombreux sous-tests qui peuvent être utilisés dans le cadre d’un dépistage universel ! Une bonne lecture implique l’intégration de nombreuses sous-compétences. Cet organigramme peut être utilisé pour identifier le besoin le plus urgent de l’élève. Pour les élèves plus âgés, commencez par le haut et descendez jusqu’à la…
Making Sense of Screening Decision Tree
It can be challenging to navigate the many subtests that can be used in universal screening! Skilled reading involves the integration of many subskills. This chart can be used to identify the most pressing need for instruction. For older students – start at the top and work your way down to find the lowest barrier…
Parent/Caregiver Literacy Term Glossary
With a new curriculum, there are lots of new terms for both educators and families to navigate. This glossary contains high-level explanations for many terms used in the Language curriculum, with the goal of supporting partnerships with school and home.
Syntax and Grammar Slide Decks: Grades 1 – 5+ (The Syntax Project)
The Syntax Project is an open-source collection of grammar and syntax lessons created by a group of Australian teachers. Melinda Hinch, SLP in Greater Essex County DSB, has adapted the slides to incorporate Canadian content and aligned them with the B3 Language Conventions Continuum. Note that this resource is a Google Drive folder set to…
Next STEPS in Literacy Instruction: Connecting Assessments to Effective Interventions
This book is a fantastic resource aligning closely with much of the new Ontario Language Curriculum and reinforcing how assessment can inform our instruction and interventions in order to best help students succeed in literacy. It’s valuable learning for classroom educators, those working in coaching/consulting roles and those in special education. While targeting skills typically…
Infographie sur les troubles d’apprentissage
Cette infographie peut être utilisée pour montrer les différents troubles de l’apprentissage.
Pourquoi le dépistage ?
Séance ouverte | Discussion des données: 1 Vous êtes curieux de savoir comment commencer le dépistage précoce universel de la lecture ? Vous avez besoin d’aide pour utiliser les données de dépistage afin d’éclairer votre enseignement de la lecture et de l’écriture ? Utilisez ces diapositives pour développer des connaissances professionnelles sur le dépistage dans…
