Summary of Barak Rosenshine Conférence 2002 partie 2

Summary of Key Ideas and Concepts

• Research on Teacher Effectiveness

  The discussion revolves around a study (SAGE study) that compares high-achieving and low-achieving teachers, highlighting the importance of effective teaching practices. The significance of early reading instruction is emphasized, with evidence suggesting that starting reading in kindergarten or earlier leads to better long-term academic outcomes.

• Role of Family in Literacy

  A study by Dolores Durkin found that African-American children from low-income families who read at grade level had family members who taught them to read before entering first grade, indicating the crucial role of family support in literacy development.

• Teaching Methodologies

  The distinction between teaching algorithms for subjects like math and spelling versus the lack of algorithms in reading comprehension is made. Instead, scaffolding is necessary for reading.

  Scaffolding involves providing support to learners through concrete prompts and general strategies, enabling them to construct higher-level comprehension skills.

• Scaffolding Techniques

  Teachers should use concrete prompts (e.g., who, what, why, when, where) to support students in asking questions about texts, which enhances comprehension. Effective teaching involves modeling, guided practice, and independent practice, with feedback provided throughout the learning process.

• Concrete Strategies for Teaching
  • Modeling: Demonstrating how to summarize or ask questions.
  • Guided Practice: Simplifying tasks to gradually build student confidence and ability.
  • Use of Cue Cards: Providing visual aids to remind students of the steps in processes like summarizing or essay writing.
  • Checklists: Helping students evaluate their work based on specific criteria.
• Importance of Background Knowledge

  Extensive reading and background knowledge are essential for comprehension. Schools with a high percentage of students on free or reduced lunch can achieve reading proficiency through dedicated programs and additional instructional time.

• Challenges and Recommendations

  The need for extraordinary efforts from teachers and principals to achieve high academic outcomes is acknowledged. However, there is a call for strategies that can be replicated in ordinary schools without requiring extraordinary resources.

Methodology and Instructions

• Effective Teaching Practices
  • Use modeling to demonstrate tasks.
  • Implement guided practice with progressively challenging material.
  • Provide concrete prompts and scaffolding to support learning.
  • Encourage independent practice with feedback loops.
• Scaffolding Techniques
  • Introduce cue cards for key questions and writing steps.
  • Use checklists to help students self-evaluate their work.
  • Foster a classroom environment that encourages questioning and deeper comprehension.
• Additional Supports
  • Incorporate after-school programs to promote extensive reading.
  • Align instruction with state and standardized tests to ensure students meet academic standards.

Speakers or Sources Featured

• Barak Rosenshine (main speaker)
• Dolores Durkin (referenced researcher)
• Michael Presley (referenced author)
• Carla Meister (co-researcher with Rosenshine)
• Val Anderson (referenced researcher)
• Ray Gulak (referenced teacher)
• Various unnamed teachers and schools discussed as case studies.

Notable Quotes

— 11:00 — « I think it constrains writing. »

— 14:52 — « I'm sorry this letter was so long I didn't have enough time to make it shorter. »

— 32:43 — « We cannot expect a nation to demonstrate this extraordinary effort. »

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Educational

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