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Early Literacy Framework Online Module: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and Background Knowledge

The following professional learning module on the key principles of and practices to support building reading comprehension, vocabulary and background knowledge provides self-paced, asynchronous learning resources that employ a variety of instructional strategies. It can be used to enhance literacy teaching skills and learning.

Topics: Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Background Knowledge • Grade Levels: K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 • Media Type: Module
40-60 mins

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Early Literacy Framework Online Module: Reading Comprehension, Vocabulary and Background Knowledge

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