you looking for hacks to support students who do not comprehend when they read silently? If so, keep reading.
1. Get the learner to outline reading content using the Outline Form.
2. Get the learner to practice reading and following written instructions to enable comprehension (e.g., following a recipe, following instructions to put together a model, etc.).
3. Get the learner to record what Are they read to enable comprehension by replaying and listening to the content read.
4. Prior to reading a selection, acquaint the learner with the general content of the story (e.g., if the story is about elephants, brainstorm and discuss elephants to create a point of reference).
5. Get the learner to dictate stories that are then put in print for them to read, placing emphasis on comprehension skills.
6. Compose paragraphs and short stories requiring reading skills the learner is presently developing. The passages must be of interest to the learner using their name, family members, friends, pets, and exciting experiences.
7. Do not require the learner to learn more information than they are capable of learning at any time.
8. Outline reading content the learner reads silently using words and phrases on their reading level.
9. Create a learning center for the learner where an assortment of information is available in subject areas.
10. Make sure that the learner’s knowledge of a particular skill is being assessed rather than the learner’s capacity and ability to read instructions. Reading instructions to the learner may enable their success.
11. Minimize distracting stimuli in their surroundings to enable the learner’s capacity and ability to concentrate on what they are reading (e.g., place the learner in the front row, give a table or “office” space away from distractions, etc.). This should be used as a way to lessen distractions, not as a punishment.
12. On occasions where reading orally with the learner, pause at several points to discuss content read up to that point. Get the learner to forecast what will happen next before proceeding.
13. Compose notes and letters to the learner to give reading content that they will want to read for comprehension. Learners should be urged to write notes to each other at the same time each week.
14. Provide the learner time to read a selection more than once. Place emphasis on comprehension rather than speed.
15. Teach the learner to think about the reading selection and forecast what will happen next, prior to finishing the selection.
16. Get the learner to outline, underline, or highlight essential points in reading content.
17. Teach the learner to use context clues to find words and phrases they do not know.
18. Separate at several points while the learner is reading silently to check for comprehension.
19. Utilize reading sequence learning materials with high interest (e.g., adventure, romance, mystery, sports, etc.) and low vocabulary.
20. Consider using AI to teach reading comprehension.
21. Consider using Alexa to teach reading skills.
22. Try using one of our many apps designed to teach literacy skills and help students with reading issues:
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