When anyone learns to read, it is important not to separate decoding (accuracy) from comprehension. Reading is about getting meaning. I have been an ESL/Reading Teacher for more than 20 years and in my experience the most effective way to teach beginning reading without sacrificing comprehension is the language experience approach. Maxine.
Is it more effective for ESL students to learn to read first and focus less on comprehension, or should ESL students focus more on comprehension and less on accuracy? ************************************** Get a sneak peek of the all-new AOL at http://discover.aol.com/memed/aolcom30tour _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
