%0 Journal Article
%T An Exploration of Strategy-Based Reading Instruction Using Expository Science Texts in the Elementary Grades
%A Carol Fetters
%A Evan Ortlieb
%A Earl Cheek
%A Jr.
%J Studies in Literature and Language
%D 2011
%I Canadian Academy of Oriental and Occidental Culture
%X This qualitative exploration was designed to examine strategy-based reading instruction using science expository text in grades 2-5. This study centered on case studies of six elementary teachers and how they used reading strategies during science instruction. Findings revealed that although the teachers¡¯ use of expository text was limited, teachers utilized particular reading strategies that extended and elaborated the students¡¯ oral discussions during science instruction. The classroom conversations about science topics extended the students¡¯ background knowledge of the science concepts that related to science expository text materials in grades 2-5. Further research could include alignment of reading strategy instruction with science instruction using print materials that are matched with the students¡¯ instructional reading levels. Key words: Expository Text; Reading; Classroom Teacher; Comprehension; Strategies
%K Expository Text
%K Reading
%K Classroom Teacher
%K Comprehension
%K Strategies
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