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This Gaining Understanding and Information from Introductory Material, Headings, and Other Division Markers in Texts (English III Reading) interactive also includes:
- High Tech Co-ops: Changing Energy Realities (.pdf)
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All teachers are teachers of reading! The 13-part interactive series ends with a lesson that teaches learners (and their instructors) how to approach reading their textbooks. After learning about several strategies, users test their knowledge with a series of interactive exercises.
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Instructional Ideas
- Although designed for high school juniors, use the lesson at the beginning of the school year with middle and high schoolers
- Conduct the lesson in class and have learners apply what they are learning to one of their science, social studies, or math textbooks
- Make copies of the "Reading Strategies Table" and have learners keep the table in their notebooks for reference
Classroom Considerations
- Last interactive in a set of 13 designed for high school juniors
- Users must have access to devices with internet
Pros
- Hovering over the highlighted terms reveals their definitions
- The "Check for Understanding" links permit users to self-check their work
Cons
- None