Instruction must deal with the language and reading demands of each content area. Reading is taught as a part of an integrated language arts program including the other communication skills of listening, speaking, and writing. It involves both word recognition and comprehension of text. It is important for students to read for a variety of purposes. Attention must be paid to the needs of learners in selecting materials.
Instruction makes use of varied and adaptable approaches, techniques, and materials.
Lessons in reading are centered on carefully crafted student oucomes and paced according to diagnosed student needs. Students become active, strategic readers as they respond to text and construct, examine, and extend meaning from self-selected and assigned materials. Teaching techniques are based on scientific research. Teachers and students set and maintain high expectations for performance and achievement.