Understanding Balanced Literacy Components

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What is the primary component of balanced literacy that allows students to choose their own reading material?

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Independent Reading

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What skill is necessary for increasing fluency in phonemic awareness?

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Automaticity

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What strategy can help a student who recognizes letters and sounds but struggles to decode words?

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Blending

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What is the main focus of phonics-based instruction?

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Connecting sounds with letters and decoding words.

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How does shared reading differ from read aloud in balanced literacy?

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Shared reading involves students following along with their own copies, while read aloud does not.

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What is the role of guided reading in balanced literacy?

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Guided reading provides small group instruction tailored to students' reading levels.

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What is the purpose of phonemic awareness in literacy development?

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Phonemic awareness helps students understand the sound structure of words, which is essential for reading.

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What is the difference between decoding and encoding in literacy?

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Decoding is the process of reading words, while encoding is the process of spelling words.

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What is the significance of vocabulary development in balanced literacy?

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Vocabulary development enhances comprehension and allows students to express themselves more effectively.

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What is the purpose of read-aloud sessions in a balanced literacy program?

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Read-aloud sessions model fluent reading and expose students to rich language and text.