Podcast-Creating a home-reading program

I found the podcast to be extremely informative and interesting because not only are teachers trying to work with students at school, but there also trying to encourage students to read at home. The podcast made a lot of great points about how when students read at home it definitely increases their vocabulary and reading skills. The reading that can be done at home can include reading a magazine, a newspaper or even reading about a topic of interest for the student. The podcast spoke about "R4" which stands for reading, relax, reflex, and respond. After listening to the main ideas behind the R4 I would definitely incorporate it into my classroom, because it encourages the student to read and at the same time it allows the teacher to test their comprehension of what they have read. In this day and age reading at home is extremely important because it can actually determine if your reading on grade level or below grade level for a lot of struggling readers.

The interview I was unable to complete because I have yet too be placed, but I called the school yesterday and I was told the principal will call me back to set up my hours so I can begin observing. I will be observing in New Vision Elementary School in Freeport if everything works out. I am waiting for her call, so hopefully I can be placed at the latest Monday.