Reading Accelerator: Mastering Comprehension & Test-Taking Skills

What Will Be Taught?

This course covers essential reading comprehension skills and foundational test-taking strategies. We’ll focus on:

-Building understanding of sentence structure, identifying main ideas, and recognizing key details.
-Developing skills in summarizing, paraphrasing, and making inferences.
-Learning practical test-taking techniques, like identifying keywords, eliminating incorrect answers, and managing time effectively.

How is the Class Structured?

-Weekly Sessions: Each class lasts 45 minutes and includes a blend of activities, games, and guided practice.
-Homework Assignments: After each session, students will complete a short assignment, reinforcing the weekly topic.
-Midpoint and Final Assessments: We’ll have a halfway check-in on skills in Week 4 and a practice test in Week 8 to review progress.
-Open Q&A Time: Each class concludes with a 5-minute Q&A, so students feel comfortable asking questions and sharing insights.

Teaching Methodology:

My approach is highly interactive, using a variety of resources to engage different learning styles. This includes:

-Slides and Visual Aids: Key concepts are introduced with visual aids, like slides or graphics, making ideas clearer.
-Games and Interactive Exercises: Fun activities (like fill-in-the-blank, matching games, and multiple-choice challenges) help reinforce skills.
-Story and Passage Reading: Each week includes a short story or passage to read and analyze as a group, strengthening comprehension and discussion.
-Discussion & Group Work: I encourage students to discuss their thoughts and share ideas, fostering peer learning.

Teaching Style:
I believe in an engaging, supportive approach that combines instruction with interactive learning. I aim to:

-Encourage Confidence: I celebrate progress and help students feel comfortable tackling new skills.
-Engage with Questions: Students are encouraged to ask questions at any point, and I make time to address individual challenges.
-Support Different Learning Styles: Through visual aids, games, and group work, I support both auditory and visual learners.