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Podcast: Stellar Teacher Podcast: A Podcast for Upper Elementary Teachers
Episode: 234. Dear Stellar Teacher: What’s the best way to teach comprehension strategies and skills?
Description: Wondering how to teach comprehension effectively? You’re not alone. In this month's Dear Stellar Teacher segment, Emily joins me to answer a listener question about whether to teach comprehension strategies, like finding the main idea, before diving into a text. This question opens the door to an insightful conversation about shifting from traditional methods to evidence-based practices that truly help students comprehend what they read.In this episode, we explore why the classic "strategy of the week" approach may not be the best way to teach comprehension. Instead, we highlight the importance of creating the right cond...