The PSSA reading assessment requires students to follow directions, summarize, and make predictions. Science text provides a variety of opportunities to develop these skills. Science materials are often technical in nature and can be particularly helpful in enhancing comprehension. Teacher Tips Prediction Maps - Prediction maps provide a framework for students to read, process and learn new information. The prediction map helps introduce new concepts and facilitates goal-setting for reading and learning.
Students make predictions on the context of the text based on initial observations.
Teachers encourage different suggestions about the concept based on initial observations. Students complete first two columns of the map. Students read a text segment or engage in an interactive learning activity. Students evaluate predictions in light of new information by completing the last two columns on the map. A three step process for developing comprehension.