Guided Reading Strategy (GRS) is an instructional approach in literacy education where teachers work with small groups of students who demonstrate similar reading behaviors and can read similar levels of texts. The strategy aims to help students develop their reading proficiency.
Key elements of GRS:
- Small group instruction: Typically involves 4-6 students.
- Leveled texts: Uses books that are challenging but manageable for the group.
- Teacher support: Involves direct instruction and scaffolding from the teacher.
- Focus on strategies: Emphasizes teaching reading strategies rather than just content.
- Regular assessment: Includes ongoing evaluation to adjust instruction and groupings.
GRS allows teachers to provide targeted instruction based on students’ individual needs, making it an effective tool for differentiated literacy instruction.
