D/HH Students Literacy and Instructional Practices Flashcard

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What is the focus of the Bottom-Up Approach in reading instruction?

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Starting with letters, sounds, and small words

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What does the Top-Down Approach in reading instruction emphasize?

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Using what students already know

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What is the main focus of balanced literacy?

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Mixing basic skills with understanding and thinking

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What challenge do DHH learners face regarding language barriers?

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Limited access to a full first language at home

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What is essential for teaching D/HH students according to the last slide summary? Options: Traditional teaching methods, Evidence-Based Practice (EBP), Ignoring individual needs, Standardized testing

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Evidence-Based Practice (EBP)

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What is often left out of instruction despite its importance in reading success?

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Motivation

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What is a key component of literacy instruction for D/HH students? Options: Standardized curriculum, Flexibility and individualization, Focus on writing only, Group activities

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Flexibility and individualization

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Why might readers find it easier to decode words in texts about topics they know well?

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Because prior knowledge supports word recognition

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What is important for the environment of D/HH students?

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A supportive environment with working devices