Questions about fluency instruction abound, and they seem to come up more and more as teachers try to figure out how to best support their students’ language development. Here are some of the most common questions:
1. How important is fluency instruction?
Some people believe that fluency instruction is absolutely essential for all students, no matter what their language level. Others feel that it’s not as important as other areas of language learning, such as vocabulary development or comprehension. The important thing to remember is that fluency instruction should be tailored to the individual student’s needs and level of language development.
2. What should I do if my student is struggling to improve his or her fluency?
If you notice that your student is having difficulty with fluency, the first thing you should do is assess the situation. Typically, there are a few different factors that can affect fluency, so it’s important to figure out what’s causing the problem. Once you know the root cause, you can start working on correcting it.
3. What types of fluency activities should I be using with my students?
There are a lot of different fluency activities out there, and it can be hard to decide which ones to use with which students. Some of the most popular activities include:
– Phonemic drills
– Fluency practice drills
– Practice with real-world language
– Role-play activities
4. How can I help my students stay motivated to improve their fluency?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, since each student will respond differently to different types of encouragement. However, some tips that have been successful in the past include:
– Providing positive feedback
– Encouraging students to set goals
– Helping them see the importance of fluency
– Encouraging them to be creative
5. How often should I be providing fluency instruction?
This is a tough question to answer, since it depends on the individual student’s level of language development and fluency progress. However, typically, fluency instruction should be provided at least once a week.
