Phase+II

=Phase II: Training & Self-Selected Reading=


 * Goals for Phase II (Catherine Little):**
 * Differentiated instruction and assessment.
 * Individual student conferences.
 * Get students to enjoy reading.
 * Students are actively engaged with text whether through teacher conferences, marking text etc.
 * Have students read appropriately challenging material.


 * Components of Phase II (Sally Reis)**
 * Texts matched to student ability level.
 * Only reading and conferences taking place.
 * Self-regulated learning.
 * Reduced scaffolding as students gain practice.


 * Conferences Provide:**
 * Support for individual student need.
 * Opportunity to assess reading level and book match.
 * Thoughtful conversations about literature.
 * Opportunities to employ higher-order thinking skills with students.
 * The chance to use gifted education pedagogy for ALL.
 * Differentiation for ALL students.

Phase II