Amplify's Close Reading Program Overview

The video tutorial discusses the importance of cultivating critical readers through Amplify's middle school solution. Presenters Camilla Simpson and Molly Catalano introduce the session, emphasizing the significance of close reading across various subjects. They highlight the features of Amplify Close Reading, including its adaptability and support for diverse learners. The session also covers implementation strategies and funding opportunities, particularly through the American Rescue Plan. The tutorial concludes with a Q&A session, addressing audience queries and summarizing key points.

What is the primary focus of the session presented by Camilla and Molly?

• Science and technology integration

• Cultivating critical readers with Amplify's middle school solution

• Mathematics curriculum development

• Physical education enhancements

Why is close reading considered a crucial skill for students?

• It improves physical fitness

• It is essential for mastering language arts and is cross-curricular

• It helps students solve mathematical problems

• It enhances musical abilities

What is the purpose of starting points in the Amplify program?

• To provide music lessons

• To teach advanced mathematics

• To re-engage students with school and boost emotional well-being

• To introduce new sports activities

How does Amplify's program engage students in close reading?

• By providing lengthy novels to read

• Through daily physical exercises

• Through interactive graphic novels and personalized avatars

• By focusing solely on grammar exercises

What is a key feature of Amplify's close reading program?

• It provides cooking classes

• It focuses on historical documentaries

• It offers interactive e-readers and annotations

• It includes daily math quizzes

How can Amplify's program be integrated into existing curricula?

• It can only be used in art classes

• It is flexible and can be used with any core program

• It is exclusive to science classes

• It is only for after-school programs

What is the recommended weekly time commitment for Amplify's close reading program?

• 5 to 6 hours

• 2 to 3 hours

• 10 to 20 minutes

• 45 to 60 minutes

What funding opportunity is available for schools to adopt Amplify's programs?

• The National Science Foundation Grant

• The Sports Development Grant

• The American Rescue Plan (ARP)

• The Music Education Fund

What is a major benefit of Amplify's program for teachers?

• It eliminates the need for any teaching

• It provides a light lift with automated data collection

• It requires extensive manual grading

• It focuses on physical education

How does Amplify's program support diverse learners?

• By offering only one type of text

• By focusing solely on advanced students

• Through differentiated feedback and scaffolding

• By excluding English language learners