Reading for Meaning
In this 8-week course, students will learn to read passages and demonstrate comprehension. The classes are 35 minutes long and all materials are teacher provided.
What's included
16 live meetings
9 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Homework is assigned on an as needed basis. If your learner does not struggle with the material they will not need homework. Homework can be requested however, even if a child does not struggle with the material.Grading
This is not a graded course due to its short duration, but progress is monitored for each student and parent/guardians can request to know how their student is doing by contacting me.Class Experience
US Grade 1 - 3
Beginner Level
Reading for Meaning is an 8-week course offered 2 times a week to help students who struggle in reading to gain confidence. This is a face-to-face class where learners are expected to participate. It is also understood that students with special needs can be mildly disruptive in group sessions and will have work avoidance for nonpreferred tasks. I will strive to keep them engaged and interacting. This class is intensive fact finding and utilizes drill format every other lesson for building rapid comprehension skills.
Learning Goals
Students should be able to identify key information in a short paragraph and demonstrate comprehension of the passage. Students should also increase their speed of comprehension as they move forward in the course.
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Reading paragraphs
In this lesson we will learn to read three sentence paragraphs and identify facts. 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Reading paragraphs
In this lesson we will continue to learn three sentence paragraphs and compile a list of facts while using a timer. 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Reading paragraphs
In this lesson we will learn to read 4 sentence paragraphs and find facts. 35 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Reading paragraphs
In this lesson we will continue to learn to read 4 sentence paragraphs and compile a list of facts while using a timer. 35 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Verbal redirection will be applied as needed. Learners who have special needs who would like accommodations to enable them to participate in the class with non-disabled peers, may message me and request assistance.
Parental Guidance
All paragraphs will be appropriate for all ages.
Pre-Requisites
This class is appropriate for low reading levels.
Joined December, 2020
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a bachelor's degree from Catawba College. I also have a 120-hour TEFL certificate to teach English as a second language. I have taught classes open to the public for special needs adults and have in the past volunteered in elementary school leading reading groups for two years 2 to 3 days a week.Reviews
Live Group Course
$27
weekly or $212 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
35 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-10
1-6 learners per class
