A r c h i v e d I n f o r m a t i o n
Adaptations for Struggling
Readers in the Content Areas

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Teach Comprehension Strategies
- Model within context of unit
- Teach when to use
- Teach to self-monitor
- Provide scaffolds for using the strategy
- Check list of steps
- Graphic organizer
- Provide guided practice and feedback
- Provide opportunities to apply during other units of study
Dickson, Collins, Simmons, Kameenui 1999
Dickson, Simmons, Kameenui, 1999
Scanlon, Deshler, & Schumaker, 1996