In addition, students learn metacognitive behaviors of good readers for before, during, and after reading. Teachers also read aloud to students regularly, and the librarian offers book talks to enhance book selections. Class discussions, writing assignments, nightly reading during which students set goals and keep records of their reading, and other various activities develop strategic, critical, and responsive readers. Students also study the development of character, plot, setting, and theme in various literary texts. Viewing Multi-media activities are used directly or discussed in the classroom.
Students summarize, evaluate, and respond to various viewing experiences.
Speaking and Listening Opportunities are provided for formal and informal presentations and for student participation in evaluating these presentations. Large group and small group discussions provide additional opportunities and incentive to improve speaking, listening, and notetaking abilities. Spelling and Vocabulary Development Students learn to recognize the importance of using correct spelling in their written work through various teacher-directed activities. Emphasis is placed on correctness and precision in each student's writing. Throughout the year, strong emphasis is placed on study skills, including organization, concentration, listening, notetaking, following directions, and test-taking.