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How does the notion of a balanced approach to literacy inform your teaching of reading? Provide specific examples to support your position.

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The expert examines a balance approach to literacy. Specific examples to support the position are provided.

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A balanced approach to literacy is not the normal basic reading curriculum. Instead it encompasses many different alternative teaching methods and styles. This approach is more effective for all children in a classroom rather than just the traditional phonics based approach. A balanced approach can include reading aloud. Students are able to hear others read, read to others, and practice ...

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