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Reading for Accuracy This strategy follows a highly structured procedure. Accuracy and selected rereading is emphasized with two important questions being continually asked, (1) "Did you leave out any important information?" and (2) "Did you misrepresent any facts?" A strong factual base is important for students in order to analyze and synthesize the information read. Before reading the text, the teacher prepares the students by building background knowledge, and clarifying key concepts. The teacher sets the purpose for reading, and assigns a passage to be read. After the students have read the passage, the teacher asks what they have remembered, and records it on the board. The teacher helps students recognize when important information has been left out or misrepresented. If necessary, the students reread the selection. The class now organizes the information written on the board according to key concepts, main ideas, and supporting details.  Next Strategy
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4th Grade Reading Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test
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