Instructional Planning & Delivery Flashcards

A teacher uses think-alouds when introducing a comprehension strategy. What is the purpose?

Answer: To make invisible thinking processes visible to students

Think-alouds model the mental processes skilled readers use so students can imitate them.

Which sequence best reflects systematic phonics instruction?

Answer: Planned progression from simple to complex patterns, such as CVC words before vowel teams

Systematic phonics follows a logical scope and sequence moving from simpler to more complex patterns.

A student in Tier 2 intervention shows no growth after eight weeks of progress monitoring. What should the team do?

Answer: Review fidelity and adjust or intensify the intervention

Lack of response signals the need to check implementation and modify or intensify instruction.

Which is the best way to promote vocabulary development during a content-area lesson?

Answer: Teach selected words explicitly with examples, student-friendly definitions, and repeated use in context

Rich, explicit instruction with multiple exposures supports deep word learning.

What is the purpose of wait time after asking a question?

Answer: To give students time to think and formulate responses

Wait time increases the quality and number of student responses.

When planning a lesson, which step most directly ensures alignment with standards?

Answer: Starting with the standard and objective, then selecting assessment and activities

Backward design begins with the target standard and the evidence of learning needed.

A teacher wants to build students' reading stamina and motivation. Which approach is most effective?

Answer: Offering choice among appropriately leveled, engaging texts alongside teacher-guided reading

Choice and access to engaging, accessible texts increase motivation and volume of reading.