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March 11, 2024
Building a reading support program in traditional secondary school settings.

Addressing reading problems in the general population is a complex subject requiring many steps to implement effectively. . One potential approach is to borrow from the world of English Learner course design by implementing a combination of "integrated" and "designated" instruction.
Designated instruction involves creating specific classes or programs for students with reading difficulties. These classes are typically taught by specially trained teachers who use evidence-based instructional methods. The goal of designated instruction is to provide students with the intensive support they need to improve their reading skills.
Integrated instruction, on the other hand, involves incorporating reading strategies into all core subject areas. This means that all teachers, not just reading teachers, are responsible for helping students develop their reading skills. Integrated instruction can be effective in reaching a large number of students, as it does not require the creation of separate classes or programs.
However, it is important to note that integrated instruction is not a substitute for designated instruction. Students with severe reading difficulties may still need to receive additional support in a designated setting.
In order to be effective, both integrated and designated instruction should be based on sound research and best practices. Additionally, teachers should receive ongoing professional development in order to stay up-to-date on the latest research and instructional methods.
Here are some specific examples of how integrated instruction can be implemented in different core subject areas: English language arts: Teachers can integrate reading strategies into their instruction by using texts that are appropriate for students' reading levels, providing scaffolding and support during reading activities, and teaching students how to use effective reading strategies. Mathematics: Teachers can integrate reading strategies into their instruction by using word problems that require students to read and understand mathematical concepts, providing scaffolding and support during problem-solving activities, and teaching students how to use effective reading strategies to solve math problems. Science: Teachers can integrate reading strategies into their instruction by using science texts that are appropriate for students' reading levels, providing scaffolding and support during science activities, and teaching students how to use effective reading strategies to learn about science. Social studies: Teachers can integrate reading strategies into their instruction by using social studies texts that are appropriate for students' reading levels, providing scaffolding and support during social studies activities, and teaching students how to use effective reading strategies to learn about history, geography, and other social studies topics.
By integrating reading strategies into all core subject areas, teachers can help students develop the reading skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.

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