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Supporting the Emergent Literacy Learner
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Supporting the Emergent Literacy Learner
Teacher Robert Recio emphasizes the importance of including books in reading and
writing courses in this week's module video. He claims that having pupils read books encourages
them to think critically about and interact with the subject matter (Laureate Education, 2014i). I
found the exercise where students make their books to be quite fascinating. Recio emphasized
the importance of experiential learning, stressing that kids learn best when they actively
participate in creating their stories through writing and illustration. This game easily led into a
lecture on the many sections of a book, providing the kids with a thorough and interesting
learning experience.
There were a lot of printed materials in the classroom, including photos and labels. Even
if kids are not yet fluent readers, they can start associating letters with accompanying visuals
thanks to this rich print environment. Recio included images and labels in Spanish alongside
English, which I found to be a thoughtful consideration for pupils and parents who speak the
language. This considerate strategy encourages inclusivity and aids those who might experience
linguistic problems (Laureate Education, 2014i). This amendment was crucial since it
acknowledged the importance of parental involvement in a child's educational journey.
Recio's methods went beyond vocabulary and included the use of observational data. He
gave students a comprehensive understanding of their skills by involving them in a variety of
activities and role-playing situations. This method provides insightful information about the
development and comprehension of each pupil. Recio also made use of instructional books to
capitalize on the pupils' enthusiasm for science, animals, and sunflowers. This strategy is
supported by Reutzel's research, which shows that emergent readers are frequently more
responsive to informational texts (Reutzel & Cooter, 2016). It is essential to use a variety of print
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materials and teaching techniques since they accommodate the various learning preferences of
young children. Being flexible and adaptable is crucial while teaching emerging readers because
what works for one student may not be as beneficial for another.
The use of read-aloud sessions by Recio is a significant tactic. Students can participate
actively in these lessons, which also shows how letters and words meaningfully interact when
spoken aloud. In a different video, a teacher used the recall approach while having a class read
aloud. She prompted the students to recollect what they had previously learned, which helped
them to understand the material better (Rog, 2007).
Overall, the module focused on the significance of gradually assisting emerging readers
to forge relationships with texts and print. Giving them access to interesting activities and a
variety of print media improves their understanding of reading and writing techniques. The
actual classroom setting, which is embellished with colorful images and text, acts as a
welcoming area that invites kids to ask questions, encouraging a spirit of curiosity and discovery.
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References
Camp, D. (2000).
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Laureate Education (Producer). (2014i). Emergent literacy: Classroom demonstration
Reutzel, D. R., & Cooter, R. B., Jr. (2016). Strategies for reading assessment and instruction:
Helping every child succeed
(5th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson.
Rog, L.J. (2007). Marvelous minilessons for teaching beginning writing,
K-3. Newark