Sentences with phrase «close reading skills practice»

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This is precisely the kind of close reading and analytical practice that students need to push comprehension and deepen «critical thinking» skills.

Since the standards are complex texts and demand a «close» reading, we recommend that staff carefully examine the table of contents and the organizational structure; the headers (e.g., Design Considerations; What is Not Covered, etc.), the components (e.g., Anchor Standards and Foundational Skills for ELA; Standards for Mathematical Practice), and the Appendices (ELA).

Using an article about labor leader Cesar Chavez's grape boycott and hunger strike, these students at Stuart - Hobson Middle School are doing a «close read,» a skill prized by the new Common Core State Standards being put into practice in the District of Columbia.

You can discuss social - emotional issues while teaching close - reading and speaking skills like annotation, note taking, coming up with critical questions, and practicing discussion techniques.

Save time searching for close reading practice content with a collection of high - interest nonfiction articles searchable by level, topic, or skills

For example, teachers can choose nonfiction articles for students to practice close reading using skills activities — like highlighting and tagging to cite text evidence — built into each article.»

Daily lessons also include «Reader's and Writer's Journal» activities in which students practice new vocabulary, close reading, and writing skills.

Built - in nonfiction articles from great partners keep students engaged as they practice close - reading skills activities like highlighting and tagging.

A new partnership with Dr. Doug Fisher delivers best practices and strategies for close reading, collaborative conversations and other skills straight to teachers to enhance and support their instructional practice.