Module 1 Review - Structured Literacy

Structured Literacy is:

• A method of teaching reading that is explicit, systematic, and focuses on the structure of language.

• A form of creative writing.

• A type of literature analysis.

• A way to memorize stories.

Define the following term: Semantics. (Fill in the blank) Semantics is the study of _______ in language, including the meanings of individual words and the interpretation of sentences.

• meaning

• grammar

• pronunciation

• spelling

Define the following term: Phonology. (Fill in the blank) Phonology is the study of the _______ system of a language, including how sounds are organized and used.

• sound

• writing

• color

• number

Define the following term: Explicit. (Fill in the blank) Explicit instruction is clear, direct teaching that leaves no room for _______.

• confusion

• discussion

• interest

• participation

Define the following term: Morphology. (Fill in the blank) Morphology is the study of word structures and the smallest units of meaning, called _______.

• morphemes

• phonemes

• syllables

• lexemes

Define the following term: Syntax. (Fill in the blank) Syntax refers to the rules for arranging words and phrases to form _______.

• sentences

• letters

• sounds

• paragraphs

Define the following term: Diagnostic. (Fill in the blank) Diagnostic teaching involves using assessments to identify and address students’ specific _______ needs.

• learning

• physical

• financial

• nutritional

Define the following term: Phoneme. (Fill in the blank) A phoneme is the smallest unit of _______ in a language.

• sound

• meaning

• grammar

• writing

Define the following term: Systematic. (Fill in the blank) Systematic instruction introduces new skills in a planned, logical sequence, building from simpler to more _______ concepts.

• complex

• basic

• random

• isolated

What does Structured Literacy primarily focus on?

• Enhancing oral reading activities

• Managing classroom activities related to silent reading

• Guiding literacy instruction based on extensive research to teach reading and writing explicitly

• Determining curricular decisions affecting literacy instruction