Nancy Frey: Building background knowledge in the classroom

Dr. Frey talks about assessing background knowledge, the value of independent and shared reading, how guest speakers in the classroom can help, and offers a warning about a “core set of knowledge.” 

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Nancy Frey

Dr. Nancy Frey is a professor of literacy in the School of Teacher Education at San Diego State University, where she teaches courses on elementary and secondary reading instruction and literacy in content areas, classroom management, and supporting students with diverse learning needs. Frey also teaches classes at Health Sciences High and Middle College in San Diego. She is a popular speaker at national literacy conferences and leads professional development workshops.

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Assessment and Evaluation, Background Knowledge, Curriculum and Instruction, Reading Aloud
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