Chapter 6- Reading Various Types of Text Flashcards
Domain II/Competency 005 (25 cards)
Name three reading strategies that enhance comprehension.
- Activating prior knowledge
- Setting a purpose for reading
- Applying metacognitive skills
What is text structure?
The ways that authors organize information in text
List the organizational patterns important for nonfiction texts.
- Cause and effect
- Sequence
- Problem/solution
- Description
- Compare and contrast
What is a key skill students need to monitor their comprehension?
Rereading, using other resources, creating questions, or seeking help
True or False: Students automatically know how to monitor their own comprehension.
False
What are signal words for cause and effect?
- So
- Because
- Since
- Therefore
- As a result
What is the purpose of teaching organizational patterns to students?
To help them focus on key concepts and relationships
Fill in the blank: Students should be taught to use _______ to unlock the meaning of specialized vocabulary.
context clues
What is the Cornell Method?
A commonly used method of note taking
What are some effective strategies for linking information to prior knowledge?
- Annotating
- Note taking
- Outlining
- Creating graphic organizers
What role does technology play in student research?
It promotes higher order thinking skills and motivation for learning
What type of lessons promote higher order thinking?
- Inquiry lessons
- Discovery lessons
What is formative assessment?
Measures used to assess student growth and development continuously
Name two informal assessment methods teachers can use.
- Teacher observation
- Reading logs
What is one reason students may struggle to take effective notes?
They have not been explicitly taught how to do so
What is a common mistake teachers make regarding note taking?
Assuming students know how to take notes
What does the signal question ‘What is the problem?’ relate to?
Problem and solution text structure
True or False: Main ideas can only be found in the first paragraph of a text.
False
Fill in the blank: The process of teaching text structure begins in _______.
elementary school
What is the importance of summarizing when reading?
It helps in understanding and retaining key information
What does the term schema refer to in learning?
Internal networks of knowledge
What is the teacher’s role during inquiry lessons?
To serve as a facilitator and support student learning
What are some types of formal assessment measures?
- Local and state accountability systems
- Standardized tests
What is the goal of using graphic organizers in student learning?
To improve comprehension and retention of information
