I have to complement everyone on the respectful way we continue to deal with tough and emotional issues related to reading on this listserv. There are a variety of opinions on AR, DIBELS and many other topics and I have been thrilled to see that those disagreements have been handled with professionalism. Having said that, I feel a responsibility, as a new moderator filling in Ginger's very big shoes during her leave, to respectfully request that we consider the intent and purposes of this list as a place to discuss comprehension strategies. I am not saying that these off topic discussions shouldn't happen at times....I have been a part of some amazing conversations here on this list that were not directly related to comprehension. Comprehension instruction is indeed a part of a bigger picture and I know that there are so many talented people on this list who can provide advice on thornier issues related to reading instruction. Since I haven't seen much discussion on comprehension strategies for a little while, I worry that we might not be meeting the needs of all of our members who come to this discussion board for ideas on comprehension teaching. Can I offer a topic or two to get some conversation going??? How about some new books you have found that are good to model or practice strategies.... How have you changed what you are doing in the classroom this fall based on what you read in the new editions of MOT or STW? Tanny recommends art prints and songs in her book....who has tried this? I am planning on doing the salad lesson later this week and hope to follow up with some of her other recommendations... Thanks for understanding, everyone! Jennifer List moderator
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