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Read Alouds – Collaborative Cloze Guideposts
B = Beginning D = Developing A = Achieving
| Code breaker Decoding the codes and conventions of written and spoken texts, eg: |
B | D | A |
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| focuses on and discusses a range of possible options that draw on knowledge of words | |||
| explores the various functions of words in terms of syntactic appropriateness | |||
| focuses on particular contextual clues to assist in eliminating inappropriate responses and finding the best fit | |||
| Text user Understanding the purposes of different written, spoken and visual texts for different cultural and social functions, eg: |
B | D | A |
| listens to and shares the experiences of texts with others | |||
| discusses options leading to increased understanding of how texts work and what words mean | |||
| considers how the pragmatic nature of texts, eg presentation, contribute to and create textual meaning | |||
| Text participant Comprehending written, spoken and visual texts, eg: |
B | D | A |
| draws on the four cueing systems to find possible options that fit the meaning of the text | |||
| tests out predictions with others | |||
| listens to interpretations and explanations of others in order to enhance comprehension skills | |||
| understands that reading is an inquiry process built around the knowledge and experiences of readers | |||
| Text analyst Understanding how texts position readers, viewers and listeners, eg: |
B | D | A |
| recognizes the positions that readers take in constructing the meaning of a text | |||
| understands that reading is an interpretative process and there is not necessarily one right response in comprehending texts | |||
| analyses the context and nuances of specific texts while drawing on individual experiences |