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Brannan, Lauren R.; Johnson, R. Burke; Giles, Rebecca M.; Kent, Andrea M. – Language and Literacy Spectrum, 2020
The purpose of the present study was to explore the beliefs and practices of teachers who implement independent reading in their classrooms. Results showed that teachers who implemented independent reading believed in the importance of both the quantity and quality of student reading. The teachers' practices of independent reading showed students…
Descriptors: Grade 2, Elementary School Teachers, Reading Instruction, Reading Achievement
Merga, Margaret – English in Australia, 2018
Silent reading and book discussion about books read for pleasure can increase reading frequency and support the strengthening of student engagement in the beneficial practice of recreational reading. However, little is known about children's attitudes toward and experiences of these pedagogical activities. Qualitative findings from 47 children…
Descriptors: Sustained Silent Reading, Elementary School Students, Student Attitudes, High Stakes Tests
Williams, Natalie A.; Nelson, Kristin L.; Rasmussen, Clay L.; Alexander, Melina; Ricks, April H. – Journal of the International Association of Special Education, 2017
Teachers are often required by their administrators to implement Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) into their daily routines. Although there is research to support wide reading, there is little to support the specific practice of SSR. Recent researchers have suggested modified versions of SSR to better address the needs of struggling readers,…
Descriptors: Silent Reading, Teaching Methods, Reading Instruction, Sustained Silent Reading
Renandya, Willy A. – RELC Journal: A Journal of Language Teaching and Research, 2007
My goal in this article is to discuss the empirical support for extensive reading and explore its pedagogical applications in L2/FL learning. I argue that the benefits derived from diverse studies on extensive reading in many different contexts are so compelling that it will be inconceivable for teachers not to make it an important feature of…
Descriptors: Reading Instruction, English (Second Language), Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning
Elson, William H.; Runkel, Lura E. – Scott, Foresman and Company, 1925
This textbook is third in a series of readers and has unique provision made for silent reading. A distinctive feature of this Reader is the unique provision made for Silent Reading. As in the "Child-Library Primer" and "Book One," (ED623655) the stories have been selected for their child-interest and wholesome ethical content.…
Descriptors: Reading Instruction, Sustained Silent Reading, Textbooks, Reading Material Selection
Ediger, Marlow – 2002
This paper discusses the importance of reading aloud to students. It emphasizes the teacher's need to plan carefully when to read and what books to read. The paper suggests the following ideas should guide a teacher's choice of reading material: whether the story will capture students' attention; whether the story will increase students'…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Individualized Reading, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Habits
Instructor, 1983
Five elementary school teachers offer ideas for encouraging skillful reading and appreciation of books in young students. Suggested strategies include: (1) holding book auctions; (2) choosing books geared toward children's interests; (3) individualizing the reading program; and (4) making oversize books for kindergarten. (PP)
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Educational Strategies, Elementary Education, Individualized Instruction
Deardorff, Beth – Learning, 1982
A teacher who once relied on a reading skills program describes her conversion to an approach that emphasizes the reading of books. A substantial part of each class period is set aside for free reading time. A sampling of book projects used to focus students' efforts is included. (PP)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Grade 5, Learning Activities, Reading Assignments