FLUENCY
Reading fluency is: the ability to accurately decode words, read words at an adequate rate, and read words aloud using meaningful intonation and expression. Fluency is considered the “link” between recognizing words and the ability to understand what is being read.
A student may be struggling in this area if he/she:
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Is identified to be below grade level on words-correct-per-minute assessments
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Has difficulty decoding words compared to peers
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Is able to decode words correctly but reads aloud in a slow, labored fashion
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Appears to become frustrated due to speed or accuracy when reading aloud
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Does not read aloud using expression
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Does not pause at meaningful breaks within sentences or paragraphs
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Error Correction and Word Drill
Includes several error correction techniques and one procedure for vocabulary drill-and-practice
Builds skills contained within "Audio-Assisted Reading", as well as offers the opportunity for practice with corrective feedback
Several phonics intervention options from Florida Center for Reading Research
Builds proper phrasing and expression, improves sight word recognition, builds comprehension, and allows student to hear the tone and pace of skillful reader
Fluent reading modeled by accomplished reader (Also see video below)
Student reads aloud to an accomplished reader who provides corrective feedback if needed
Promotes fluency, learning to read with expression, and builds confidence (Also see video below)
Presenting known information along with unknown information (Also see video below)
Improves sight word recognition, provides opportunity to practice and receive support without being required to read alone (Also see video below)
Repeated reading under timed conditions can increase reading speed as well as improve comprehension (Also see video below)
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