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And Modeling Enthusiasm during read aloud time proves to keep children engaged longer as well as foster deeper thinking and connections.
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The Effects Of Interactivity, Scaffolding And Modeling On Children’S Attention And Engagement During Read Aloud Time, Sara Agnello, Mary Yengle
The Effects Of Interactivity, Scaffolding And Modeling On Children’S Attention And Engagement During Read Aloud Time, Sara Agnello, Mary Yengle
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract In the early academic years, read aloud time is frequently incorporated in the daily classroom schedule. For our investigation, we wondered if certain strategies (interactivity, scaffolding, and modeling enthusiasm) would help to foster deeper connections, conversation, and literary skills when used during read aloud time. We observed teacher-directed read aloud time in two Montessori environments, one with toddlers ages 2-3, and one with elementary children ages 6-9. We used various sources of data collection methods to help us track student engagement and focus, with and without the strategies implemented. The results of the study showed that more children stayed …