Teacher's Guide: Test Prep CASAS Reading STEPS Level E, Forms 629R and 630R
Teacher's Guide Only-No Textbook Included.
This teacher's guide outlines a comprehensive implementation plan to help instructors deliver systematic, learner-centered reading instruction. By following research-based frameworks in the CASAS Reading STEPS Level E textbook, you can effectively help learners become proficient readers while preparing them for CASAS Reading STEPS assessments.
Pedagogical Approaches and Frameworks
The guide is built upon three core frameworks to support student learning in vocabulary development, reading comprehension, and basic critical thinking:
The PDP (Pre, During, Post) Framework
This framework supports the teaching of reading skills by structuring instruction in three stages:
- Pre-Reading: Activate prior knowledge, introduce key vocabulary, and prepare learners for the text.
- During-Reading: Students read and respond to questions while the teacher guides understanding through prompts and support.
- Post-Reading: Extend learning through discussion, personalization, and higher-order thinking activities.
The PPP (Presentation, Practice, Production) Framework
This framework supports structured language learning activities by moving learners through three stages:
- Presentation: The teacher introduces new language and models meaning.
- Practice: Students complete guided and controlled activities with support.
- Production: Students apply language independently through meaningful tasks.
Bloom's Revised Taxonomy: This framework organizes learning into levels from basic recall to higher-order thinking. Instructors should use it to help students move beyond simple comprehension and develop skills such as identifying main ideas, making simple inferences, and understanding an author's purpose and viewpoint.
In conclusion, this teacher's guide offers clear, structured guidance for preparing students for CASAS Reading STEPS Level E. It outlines practical strategies to help students strengthen reading comprehension, expand vocabulary, and apply reading skills to workplace, community, and academic texts.
The CBL Team
