After reading eighteen(18) words in the level one(1) word list correctly, it became evident that to the examiner that Mary was on an independent reading level. Upon this revelation the examiner decide to move Mary to the level two(2) word list to gauge how well she would do in this level.
Assignment # 2
Using the level two(2) word list, Mary read seventeen(17) correctly which indicated that she was on an instructional level, even-though she showed some signs of frustration.
Assignment # 3
To ascertain Mary’s starting point, a level three(3) list was given just to make sure. Mary’s frustration was immediately evident at this level, s the examiner stopped the test and began the comprehension assessment with level 2 passage.
Assignment # 4 My decision for Mary
Since Mary was able to answer seven (7) questions correct,level 2 will be her instructional level.
Mary’s Strengths
- She knows high frequency words
- She is reading for meaning
- She is persistent
- She has a fair letter sound knowledge
- She possess the ability to recall and talk about the story
- She uses self monitoring or self correcting
Mary’s Needs
- She does not use look back to help with retelling
- Stopping to self correct when words don’t sound right
- Using word parts and breaking words into syllables to identify longer words
Progress
As an emergent reader Mary will need practice with high frequency words, phonemic awareness, and word solving strategies. Also, guided reading and small group instructions will be very helpful for Mary.
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