CEA Literacy & Numeracy Instruction Flashcards
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Which of the following is the BEST example of a high-quality writing prompt for a 4th grader focused on argumentative writing?
Answer: Should schools have longer recesses? Write a paragraph explaining your opinion with reasons.
A focused argumentative prompt with a clear issue and an expectation for reasons supports the development of opinion writing skills appropriate for 4th grade.
A student consistently omits spaces between words when writing. Which intervention would be MOST helpful?
Answer: Teaching the student to use a finger space between each written word
Teaching a physical strategy such as placing a finger between words gives the student a concrete, self-regulating tool for maintaining appropriate spacing.
Which of the following describes 'scaffolded instruction' in the context of literacy support?
Answer: Offering temporary, targeted support that is gradually removed as the student gains competence
Scaffolded instruction provides strategic, temporary support calibrated to the student's current level, with the intent of building independence over time.
What does 'math fluency' mean in elementary education?
Answer: Fast and accurate recall of basic math facts with understanding
Math fluency involves recalling basic facts quickly and accurately, freeing cognitive capacity for higher-level problem solving.
Which instructional practice BEST supports students who are English Language Learners (ELLs) during literacy instruction?
Answer: Using visual supports, realia, and bilingual resources alongside English text
Visual supports, real objects (realia), and bilingual resources provide comprehensible input that allows ELLs to engage with literacy content while developing English proficiency.
When selecting a text for guided reading with a small group, an educational assistant should choose a text at the students':
Answer: Instructional reading level, where students read with 90–95% accuracy with support
Guided reading is most effective at the instructional level (90–95% accuracy), where students encounter enough challenge to grow with teacher support but not so much that comprehension breaks down.