Question

Over the course of a week of phonics instruction, which step in the Transfer to Text Process is the first that can be phased out?

a. Highlight skill words in a decodable passage.
b. Practice reading skill words in isolation before reading them in a passage.
c. Read a clean copy of a decodable passage.
d. Read the same decodable passage two days in a row.

Answer 1

The first step in the Transfer to Text Process that can be phased out over the course of a week of phonics instruction is b. Practice reading skill words in isolation before reading them in a passage.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Transfer to Text Process is a systematic approach to transitioning phonics skills to connected text. The steps are typically as follows:

a. Highlight skill words in a decodable passage: This step helps learners identify and recognize target phonics skills within a passage.

b. Practice reading skill words in isolation: Initially important, but can be phased out as learners become more proficient.

c. Read a clean copy of a decodable passage: Application of skills in a passage without isolated word practice.

d. Read the same decodable passage two days in a row: Reinforces skill application for fluency.

Option B is the answer.