How can I get my child more interested in reading?
Leslie Mische
Hawthorne School District
- Part 1 How can I get my child more interested in reading?
- Part 2Teaching kids to spell & write in a world w/AI
Show Notes
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01:32How to encourage kids to readFor the kids uninterested in reading, the key is finding the genre theyre interested in. If theyre more interested in videos, provide them with a program outside their native language, putting the subtitles on in their native language, and allowing them to read that.
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03:08Programs to encourage kids to readThe key is finding topics that spark their interest to gain their buy-in. Websites like twee.com can help by generating comprehension questions about videos kids enjoy for parents to quiz them on, making learning interactive.
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05:09Engaging reluctant readersKids often find reading boring because the material isn't relevant or engaging. The solution is a mix of fiction and non-fiction, breaking down texts with challenging vocabulary into smaller chunks, and using videos to supplement the material to spark an interest in reading.
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08:52Leveraging technology to personalize reading supportLexia, a computer program that personalizes learning based on each child's needs, helps kids catch up in reading. Additionally, low, medium, and high-level versions of the same text and summaries of assigned readings can keep everyone engaged, regardless of reading level.
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11:17Addressing skills gaps through technologyHawthorne School District is technology-forward, embracing individualized instruction with programs like Lexia and IXL, along with the human element. The programs identify and notify teachers of skills students are struggling with, allowing them to address those gaps individually.
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12:32AIs impact on educationEducation should embrace AI as it opens up opportunities for personalized instruction and lesson plan creation in seconds. However, there's a need for balance and avoiding an overreliance on technology to ensure students develop foundational skills like spelling.
Quotes
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"For kids who are not interested in reading, find a genre that the kids are interested in. If that's manga, then have them read it." - Leslie Mische
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"If kids are more into watching videos, get them a program that is not in their native language, put the subtitles on in their native language, and have them read that because they're interested in it." - Leslie Mische
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"For kids, the most important thing is buy-in and interest in what they're doing." - Leslie Mische
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"We get so focused on nonfiction, but kids still need fiction, they need the fantastical element. Kids need to let their imaginations soar. They want to read pieces that are not real with characters they can relate to." - Leslie Mische
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"The individualized level of instruction that AI can give us is unbelievable. Even as a teacher, it creates a lesson plan in less than two seconds." - Leslie Mische
- Part 1 How can I get my child more interested in reading?
- Part 2Teaching kids to spell & write in a world w/AI
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Part 1How can I get my child more interested in reading?
Leslie Mische, 8th Grade ELA Teacher at Hawthorne School District, delves into strategies to spark children's interest in reading. Sparking a love of reading in children can feel like a challenge, especially when many kids see it as a chore, and competition from electronics only makes it harder. However, by tapping into their interests and individualizing support, you can make reading fun and engaging for children. Today, Leslie discusses how to get children interested in reading.
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Part 2Teaching kids to spell & write in a world w/AI
Leslie Mische, 8th Grade ELA Teacher at Hawthorne School District, delves into strategies to spark children's interest in reading. Teaching kids to spell and write effectively in the era of AI involves a balanced approach that combines traditional methods with technology integration. This requires that educators first cover the fundamentals of spelling, grammar, and punctuation through traditional methods like pen and paper exercises and spelling drills. Today, Leslie discusses how to teach kids to spell and write in the world of AI.
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