What are some ways that I can use the Lexile Framework in content areas, particularly in middle and high school?
The Lexile Framework allows teachers to look at the materials being used in instruction, similar to a thematic reading unit, and see how they relate in terms of difficulty. For example, if a child is struggling to read a textbook, finding other materials that are easier to read allows that child to build background and vocabulary. This enables the child to better handle the textbook, a concept referred to as “layering meaning.” Also, using a lot of primary resource material is a great way to evaluate instructional materials and match them more closely with learners. For example, perhaps a 10th-grade teacher is doing a biology unit on photosynthesis. A typical 10th-grade biology textbook measures 1200L, while the range of children in the class can vary from 800L to 1400L. This means that 1200L text will not fit all of the children. One way that the Lexile Framework can help is by providing teachers with resources, like EBSCO and ProQuest, to supplement textbook reading material with rel
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