Read-aloud's introduce skills and strategies that help students become more effective readers and writers. As an effective teacher, I want to develop my questioning skills. I want my students and I to get the most out of a read-aloud lesson. With my help, I want my students to make connections that correlate with the readings. It is important for students to develop critical thinking and listening skills. All while gaining an appreciation for reading at the same time. I want my students to gain an understanding of what reading should sound like. If I ask the right questions I can help my students become independent readers.

1. As effective teachers, it is important to understand how students learn. To meet student needs, teachers should apply different learning theories as they teach. It is ideal for teachers to get to know each of their students. Teachers should observe students and take notes to learn more about students as learners. This would help them identify which learning strategies would benefit their students the most. They can integrate the learning theories discussed throughout this chapter into their classrooms. In my classroom, I plan to do just that. I want to learn about my students …show more content…
As discussed in this chapter, effective teachers organize for literacy instruction. When teachers use different grouping methods, students benefit because they fit their needs. Each literature group has a different purpose depending on the students and teachers. In my classroom, I want my reading and writing groups to be flexible. I want to provide equal support to all my students. Thus, students won't always be in the same groups. They will alternate from basal reading groups, literature focus units, literature circles and workshops. Different grouping methods are great for differentiated classrooms because each program has different benefits. Teaching and classrooms are not one size fits all. Thus, flexible grouping methods can be beneficial in classrooms