Independent reading

Independent reading is a term used in educational settings, where students are involved in choosing and reading material (fiction books, non-fiction, magazine, other media) for their independent consumption and enjoyment. People choose to read independently. It gives student the right to be creative in what they want to read. Usually Independent Reading is conducted alongside the ongoing curriculum in the classroom. Independent Reading can be tied to assessment and evaluation or remain as an activity in itself. .

More Names for Independent Reading

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Some of the Aims of Independent Reading

Students will

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How to include Independent Reading into a Routine

   *Allot time each to independent, where student will choose a book and read for that amount of time.
   *Set a number of pages that students have to read by the end of a specific timeframe.
   *Have a book report due and the student have to choose and read a book of their choice and explain it to the class.
   *Set a certain amount of time that their child has to read.
   *Have their children read them books of their choice.

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See also

References

  1. Sebranek, P., Kemper, D., Meyer, V., Van Rys, J., Barnhart, D. & Bachman, L. (1996). School to work: Teacher's guide to the handbook. Wilmington, MA: Houghton Mifflin Co.
  2. [Cullinan, Bernice. “Independent Reading and School Achievement.” American Association of School Librarians. http://www.ala.org/aasl/aaslpubsandjournals/slmrb/slmrcontents/volume32000/independent]


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