General Topics/Information: NYS ELA Standards and Reading Stages

Which of the following is NOT one of the NYS ELA Anchor Standards?

• Reading: Key Ideas and Details, Craft and Structure, Integration of Knowledge and Ideas

• Writing: Text Types and Purposes, Production and Distribution of Writing, Research to Build and Present Knowledge

• Mathematics: Problem Solving and Reasoning

• Speaking and Listening: Comprehension and Collaboration, Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas

What is the focus of Stage 1 Initial Reading (Grades 1-2.5) in Jean Chall’s Stages of Reading?

• Letters represent sounds and sound-spelling relationships.

• Children read to learn new information in various subjects.

• Students analyze and critique texts for deeper meaning.

• Reading is used for personal growth and reflection.

In Jean Chall’s Stages of Reading, which stage is described as 'Reading for Learning “the New” (Grades 4-8)'?

• Stage 3

• Stage 1

• Stage 2

• Stage 4

Which of the following is NOT a component of Scarborough’s Reading Rope under Word Recognition?

• Phonological awareness

• Decoding

• Sight recognition

• Analyze texts critically

Stage 4 in Jean Chall’s Stages of Reading is called 'Multiple Viewpoints' and involves analyzing texts critically and understanding multiple points of view.

• True

• False

Fill in the blank: In Scarborough’s Reading Rope, Language Comprehension becomes increasingly _________

• strategic

• automatic

• difficult

• isolated

Which stage in Jean Chall’s Stages of Reading involves 'Expand vocabularies, Build background and world knowledge, and Develop strategic habits'?

• Stage 3: Reading for Learning “the New” (Grades 4-8)

• Stage 1: Initial Reading or Decoding (Grades 1-2)

• Stage 2: Confirmation and Fluency (Grades 2-3)

• Stage 4: Multiple Viewpoints (High School)

What are the three components of language structure mentioned in the notes?

What does the combination of both parts (language structure and verbal reasoning) lead to?

• Fluent execution and coordination of word recognition and text comprehension.

• Improved mathematical calculation skills.

• Enhanced physical coordination and balance.

• Greater artistic creativity and expression.

What is the purpose of the 'Funds of Knowledge & Ways of Knowing' framework?

• It recognizes the interests and backgrounds that we bring to learning.

• It standardizes all students' learning experiences.

• It focuses solely on textbook knowledge.

• It ignores students' cultural backgrounds.