Fluency Instruction Techniques

FLUENCY INSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES

High quantities of decoding with a range of words isn't the only way to enhance a child's reading fluency. Evidence for this lies in the fact that there are two types of slow readers: those who read slowly due to poor decoding skills and those who read slowly despite good decoding skills.

One reason for this can relate to a lack of vocabulary breadth: orthographic mapping (i.e. attaching spellings to their pronunciations) requires that the pronunciations of a given word be already stored in the reader's mind. A narrow vocabulary impedes this process. Another reason is that fluency requires coordination of a few skills, such as decoding, eye movements, and quick recall of pronunciations.

To support students' progress in this area there are a number of fluency-building techniques that can be incorporated into a comprehensive reading lesson.

(The Art & Science of Teaching Primary Reading, Christopher Such)

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