Learning Literacy Glossary
Sample Representativeness
How well a sample in a scientific study corresponds to the population in which the study’s findings will be applied. For instance, nationally representative samples of students are often desirable when research findings will be applied nationally.
Scaffolding
Teaching that provides temporary instructional support, like an example or feedback, during initial learning of a concept or skill.
Screening
Short processes to find students who need help in reading, writing, spelling, or math.
Self-Monitoring
The ability to think about what you are learning and understanding while reading, including using a strategy when you are confused by a word or idea.
Semantics
The part of language that has to do with the meaning of words, phrases, sentences, paragraphs.
Specific Learning Disability
A disorder that makes it hard to understand or use language, such as difficulty with listening, thinking, speaking, reading, writing, spelling or calculating math.
Speech And Language Impairment
A condition that causes difficulty with communication, such as speech and understanding language.
Syntax
The part of language that has to do with the grammatical forms and structure of sentences.
Systematic Instruction
Teaching that has a carefully planned sequence, including building from easier to more difficult tasks and breaking down harder skills into smaller parts.
The research reported here is funded by awards to the National Center on Improving Literacy from the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education, in partnership with the Office of Special Education Programs (Award #: S283D160003). The opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not represent views of OESE, OSEP, or the U.S. Department of Education. Copyright © 2024 National Center on Improving Literacy. https://www.improvingliteracy.org