course component
Monitoring Comprehension
(Grade K-5)
Caryn Lewis
Subject Area: Language Arts
Course Title: Monitoring Comprehension
Course Requirements: Video Program and Assessment
Course Description: In this course, a direct instruction model is used to present research and information about how comprehension-monitoring strategies can be taught explicitly and systematically to students, how student success can be measured, and what steps to take when students are unsuccessful.
Course Objectives:
Participants will:
1. Explore what research says about the teaching and learning of
reading comprehension
2. Understand commonly used comprehension monitoring
strategies
3. Differentiate among strategies that are appropriate before,
during, and after reading
Course Assessment:
A certificate of completion will be awarded to participants who successfully complete the online assessment after viewing the video program.
Alignment with Standards:
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
Mid-continent Regional Educational Laboratory Standards
Professional Development Points: 2
Additional points may be earned through completion of follow-up activities.
Additional Helps: Follow-up activities and resources
It is recommended that participants in the video course complete follow-up activities to deepen their knowledge and skills. When these activities are completed in accordance with local staff development guidelines, participants may be able to earn additional professional development credit. Contact your local staff development office for determining how you might receive credit for completing the video program and additional credit for completing follow-up activities.
Follow-up Activity 1: Plan a Lesson
Follow-up Activity 2: Strategies for Struggling Readers
Follow-up Activity 3: Explore and Share Resources
