The role of background knowledge in reading comprehension

Nancy Frey says that comprehension instruction often focuses too much on teaching strategies without knowing if the students have the necessary background knowledge to understand a text. 

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Nancy Frey

Dr. Nancy Frey is a professor of literacy in the School of Teacher Education at San Diego State University, where she teaches courses on elementary and secondary reading instruction and literacy in content areas, classroom management, and supporting students with diverse learning needs. Frey also teaches classes at Health Sciences High and Middle College in San Diego. She is a popular speaker at national literacy conferences and leads professional development workshops.

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Background Knowledge, Comprehension, Curriculum and Instruction
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