Comprehension can be somewhat difficult for ELL's. Consider these tips when teaching comprehension
- Introduce the comprehension strategy (this can include sequencing, making inferences, comparing/contrasting, relating background knowledge, distinguishing between fact and opinion, finding the main idea and details, problem solving, self- questioning, summarizing, drawing conclusions)
- Discuss how, when, where and why the strategy is used. Give specific examples
- Label, define, model and explain the strategies
- Discuss how the strategy was applied
Even more practice for ELLs can include:
- Identifying vocabulary words
- Model think alouds
- Demonstrate strategies to help clarify the text
- Plan for self- assessment
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