How does modeling reading strategies help students?

Modeling reading strategies helps students by demonstrating effective reading practices that they can adopt in their own reading experiences. When teachers model how to approach reading, whether through think-alouds, shared reading, or explicit teaching of strategies like predicting, questioning, and summarizing, students gain a clear understanding of how to analyze texts, decode difficult words, and comprehend various genres. This hands-on demonstration not only promotes active engagement but also equips students with tools to enhance their comprehension skills and fosters confidence in their ability to tackle different types of reading material. By observing and practicing these strategies, students can develop a more robust and independent reading practice.