AECTP Reading Instruction 5

Question 1

Which of the following BEST characterizes systematic phonics instruction?

Accepted Answer

Introducing phonics patterns in a planned, sequential order from simple to complex

Answer

Systematic phonics instruction follows a deliberate, carefully sequenced scope and sequence, moving from simple to more complex phonics patterns.

Question 2

A student can accurately decode nonsense words like 'vope' and 'mish.' This PRIMARILY demonstrates the student's ability to:

Accepted Answer

Apply grapheme-phoneme correspondences to decode unfamiliar words

Answer

Successfully decoding nonsense words shows the student is applying phonics knowledge rather than relying on memorized whole-word recognition.

Question 3

A teacher uses semantic mapping to build vocabulary. The PRIMARY benefit of this strategy is that it:

Accepted Answer

Connects new words to related concepts and prior knowledge

Answer

Semantic maps build rich word knowledge by visually connecting new vocabulary to related concepts, synonyms, examples, and prior knowledge.

Question 4

When a student self-corrects a miscue without prompting, a teacher should PRIMARILY:

Accepted Answer

Record the self-correction as a positive reading behavior

Answer

Self-corrections indicate the student is actively monitoring comprehension and using meaning-making strategies, which should be noted as a positive behavior on the running record.

Question 5

Which is the MOST appropriate first step when a teacher suspects a student may have a reading disability?

Accepted Answer

Implement and document targeted, evidence-based interventions within the general education setting

Answer

Best practice and RTI/MTSS frameworks call for implementing evidence-based interventions and collecting data before initiating a special education referral.

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AECTP Reading Instruction 5