One thing that I thought was interesting was that it was mentioned that silently reading in the classroom can increase fluency. When I think of reading silently in the classroom, I typically see it as an activity to take up time throughout the class period or as an allotted time for students to get their reading done when an excessive amount is assigned. I never really thought about the positive effect that it could have on the reader. I think it is a great way to promote higher reading rates, and with this knowledge would definitely consider using this as a classroom tool.
I also liked how Beers mentioned how students should hear texts through a variety of means. Whether it be reading in small groups or simply the teacher reading aloud, it provides for students to follow along and note how it sounds and is phrased. Also, I thought it was interesting that echo reading could be used. It is fascinating that if teachers just took a little time out for students to repeat them, they could have great benefits.
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