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Addressing reading comprehension challenges The language experience approach helps address the comprehension challenges faced by many students with autism.
What is balanced literacy? Dr. Fletcher explains the original intention behind the term “balanced literacy”—and how the term was hijacked.
Building background knowledge Dr. James Kim discusses the importance of building background knowledge.
Teaching comprehension and social communication together Reading comprehension instruction also provides opportunities to teach social communication skills.
Idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech Non-literal language is often puzzling to individuals with autism; idioms, metaphors, and figures of speech are part of the hidden curriculum.
Vocabulary: Bricks and mortar Dr. Cynthia Lundgren discusses the concept of “bricks and mortar” when thinking about effective vocabulary instruction for ELLs.
How do a child’s experiential differences impact their reading? Key ingredients for comprehension include an understanding of how the mechanics of reading work, reasonable spoken language skills, knowledge of the world, and motivation.
