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Abstract• Scientifically based system that
aims to improve student’s reading abilities by engaging them in small groups with books at their level
• This short-term intervention assures close observation and the intensive teaching interactions that promote individual learning and allow children to make faster progress
Background
• LLI is based on the Fountas and Pinnell gradient of text difficulty
• LLI uses the term “leveled” because leveled books are a key component in helping children become competent readers
Research
• Children who read below grade level at the end of grade one are likely to continue to read below grade level
• A growing body of research shows that reading difficulties are preventable with effective intervention programs
Method
• 7 university students worked with a group of 2-3 students for 30 minutes, 4-5 times a week
• Running records helped us determine what areas the students needed help improving, which we focused on for the next lesson
Participants
• In the beginning of the school year, the homeroom teachers identified the five lowest readers in their classroom.
• The Reading Specialist at the school analyzed running records on each of these students and then put the students into groups based on their reading level.
Lesson Features1. In LLI lessons, texts are matched to children’s
reading ability. 2. LLI lessons provide systematic instruction in
phonemic awareness. 3. Phonics Instruction4. Fluency is developed through
the integration of rereading texts in daily lessons.
5. LLI lessons provide daily opportunity to read new texts with teacher support.
6. LLI lessons provide explicit instruction on comprehension.
Lesson Features Continued7. LLI lessons provide opportunities for writing. 8. LLI lessons provide opportunities to learn a core
of high frequency words. 9. LLI lessons are designed to expand vocabulary
and develop oral language. 10. LLI lessons are highly
motivating for children and teachers.
11. LLI provides a direct, practical link to classroom instruction.
12. LLI lessons facilitate a home-school literacy connection.
Lessons focus on:First and Second Grade • Matching texts to children's reading ability• Systematic instruction in phonemic awareness• Systematic instruction in phonics• Daily practice of oral reading to increase reading fluency• Explicit instruction on comprehension• Writing/responding to reading• Learning a core of high frequency words• Expanding vocabulary
Third Grade • Matching texts to children's reading ability• Systematic instruction in phonemic awareness• Systematic instruction in phonics• Daily practice of oral reading to increase
reading fluency• Explicit instruction on comprehension• Writing/responding to reading• Learning a core of high frequency words• Expanding vocabulary
Our Futures as Educators
• We have experience:– planning lessons and working with students in small
groups– developing reading strategies– keeping records– completing and analyzing
running records– reflecting on our teaching and
adapting to students needs
Enhancing Our Education
• This project gave us real-life experiences in the classroom working with students to help them improve and develop their reading abilities.
• We were able to prepare, organize, and implement lesson plans.
• By reflecting on our teaching and using documentation and assessments we were able to adjust to our students’ individual needs.