HANDOUTS FOR INTRODUCTION OF FULLER APPROACH AND ITS KEY PRINCIPLES
What is Fuller Approach?
The Fuller approach is a teaching approach that focuses on improving reading comprehension and
critical thinking skills in students. It is named after the educational psychologist, Jeanne S. Chall, who
developed the approach in collaboration with her colleague, Vicki Jacobs.
Key Principles
1. Focus on Comprehension: The Fuller approach places a strong emphasis on comprehension.
Rather than simply teaching students to decode words, the approach aims to help students
understand what they are reading by providing them with strategies to analyze and interpret
texts.
2. Use of Leveled Texts: The Fuller approach utilizes leveled texts to ensure that students are
reading materials that are appropriate for their reading level. This allows students to build their
reading skills gradually and to develop their comprehension and critical thinking abilities.
3. Integration of Reading and Writing: The Fuller approach integrates reading and writing
instruction in order to help students make connections between what they are reading and their
own experiences. This integration also helps students develop their writing skills and critical
thinking abilities.
Benefits of Fuller Approach
1. Improved Reading Comprehension: The Fuller approach focuses on helping students understand
what they are reading, which can lead to improved reading comprehension. By providing students
with strategies to analyze and interpret texts, they can develop the skills they need to
comprehend complex texts.
2. Differentiation: The use of leveled texts in the Fuller approach allows teachers to differentiate
instruction based on students' reading levels. This ensures that all students are reading materials
that are appropriate for their abilities, which can lead to increased engagement and success.
3. Critical Thinking Skills: The Fuller approach emphasizes the integration of reading and writing
instruction, which can help students develop critical thinking skills. By making connections
between what they are reading and their own experiences, students can develop a deeper
understanding of the material and learn to think critically about it.
4. Increased Motivation: The use of leveled texts and the integration of reading and writing
instruction can help increase student motivation. By providing students with materials and
activities that are appropriate and engaging, they are more likely to be motivated to learn.
5. Better Writing Skills: The integration of reading and writing instruction in the Fuller approach can
also lead to better writing skills. By practicing writing in response to what they are reading,
students can develop their writing abilities and learn to express their ideas clearly and effectively.
Examples of how the Fuller approach has been used successfully in classrooms.
1. Emergent literacy: In the Fuller approach, literacy is viewed as a process that emerges from
the child's own interests and experiences. Teachers support emergent literacy by providing a
print-rich environment, including books, magazines, and labels, and encouraging children to
use writing materials to create their own stories, letters, and signs.
2. Small-group instruction: Teachers using the Fuller approach often work with small groups of
students to provide individualized support and instruction. Small-group instruction allows
teachers to tailor reading instruction to each child's needs and interests, and provides
opportunities for children to collaborate and learn from one another.
3. Multimodal learning: The Fuller approach emphasizes the importance of multisensory,
multimodal learning. Teachers may use a variety of strategies to support reading instruction,
including visual aids, music, movement, and drama, to engage children's interests and help
them make connections between different modes of learning.
4. Literature-based instruction: In the Fuller approach, reading instruction is often centered
around high-quality literature that reflects children's interests and diverse perspectives.
Teachers may use literature circles, read-alouds, and shared reading to help children develop
comprehension strategies and deepen their understanding of texts.
TASK CARDS FOR ACTIVITY
Group 1
Instruction: Create 1-3 questions based on the concept provided and allow Group 2 to
discuss their answers to the questions raised.
Concept:
Fuller Approach is a teaching approach that focuses on improving reading comprehension
and critical thinking skills in students. It is named after the educational psychologist,
Jeanne S. Chall, who developed the approach in collaboration with her colleague, Vicki
Jacobs.
Questions:
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Group 2
Answers:(to be written on a 1/2 sheet manila paper following the format)
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Group 3
Instruction: Create 1-3 questions based on the concept provided and allow Group 4 to
discuss their answers to the questions raised.
Concept: Key Principles
1. Focus on Comprehension: The Fuller approach places a strong emphasis on
comprehension. Rather than simply teaching students to decode words, the approach
aims to help students understand what they are reading by providing them with strategies
to analyze and interpret texts.
2. Use of Leveled Texts: The Fuller approach utilizes leveled texts to ensure that
students are reading materials that are appropriate for their reading level. This allows
students to build their reading skills gradually and to develop their comprehension and
critical thinking abilities.
3. Integration of Reading and Writing: The Fuller approach integrates reading and
writing instruction in order to help students make connections between what they are
reading and their own experiences. This integration also helps students develop their
writing skills and critical thinking abilities.
Questions:
1.
2.
3.
Group 4
Answers:(to be written on a 1/2 sheet manila paper following the format)
1.
2.
3.
Group 5
Instruction: Create 1-3 questions based on the concept provided and allow Group 6 to discuss their answers to
the questions raised.
Concept:
Benefits of Fuller Approach
1. Improved Reading Comprehension: The Fuller approach focuses on helping students understand what
they are reading, which can lead to improved reading comprehension. By providing students with strategies to
analyze and interpret texts, they can develop the skills they need to comprehend complex texts.
2. Differentiation: The use of leveled texts in the Fuller approach allows teachers to differentiate
instruction based on students' reading levels. This ensures that all students are reading materials that are
appropriate for their abilities, which can lead to increased engagement and success.
3. Critical Thinking Skills: The Fuller approach emphasizes the integration of reading and writing
instruction, which can help students develop critical thinking skills. By making connections between what they
are reading and their own experiences, students can develop a deeper understanding of the material and
learn to think critically about it.
4. Increased Motivation: The use of leveled texts and the integration of reading and writing instruction
can help increase student motivation. By providing students with materials and activities that are appropriate
and engaging, they are more likely to be motivated to learn.
5. Better Writing Skills: The integration of reading and writing instruction in the Fuller approach can also
lead to better writing skills. By practicing writing in response to what they are reading, students can develop
their writing abilities and learn to express their ideas clearly and effectively.
Questions:
1.
2.
3.
Group 6
Answers:(to be written on a 1/2 sheet manila paper following the format)
1.
2.
3.
Group 7
Instruction: Create 1-3 questions based on the concept provided and allow Group 8 to discuss their answers to
the questions raised.
Concept:
Examples of how the Fuller approach has been used successfully in classrooms.
1. Emergent literacy: In the Fuller approach, literacy is viewed as a process that emerges from the child's
own interests and experiences. Teachers support emergent literacy by providing a print-rich environment,
including books, magazines, and labels, and encouraging children to use writing materials to create their own
stories, letters, and signs.
2. Small-group instruction: Teachers using the Fuller approach often work with small groups of students
to provide individualized support and instruction. Small-group instruction allows teachers to tailor reading
instruction to each child's needs and interests, and provides opportunities for children to collaborate and
learn from one another.
3. Multimodal learning: The Fuller approach emphasizes the importance of multisensory, multimodal
learning. Teachers may use a variety of strategies to support reading instruction, including visual aids, music,
movement, and drama, to engage children's interests and help them make connections between different
modes of learning.
4. Literature-based instruction: In the Fuller approach, reading instruction is often centered around high-
quality literature that reflects children's interests and diverse perspectives. Teachers may use literature
circles, read-aloud, and shared reading to help children develop comprehension strategies and deepen their
understanding of texts.
Questions:
1.
2.
3.
Group 8
Answers:(to be written on a 1/2 sheet manila paper following the format)
1.
2.
3.
WHEEL OF FULLER APPROACH
Divide the Blue Layer into 3 to represent the key principles of Fuller Approach in Teaching Reading.
Divide the Green Layer into 5 to represent the Benefits of Fuller Approach in Teaching Reading
Divide the Yellow Layer into 4 to represent the common examples of how the Fuller approach has been used
successfully in classrooms.
Write your reflections below as a reading teacher:
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OUTLINE
Session I. Introduction to the Fuller Approach
Definition of the Fuller approach
Key principles of the approach
Common examples of how the Fuller approach has been used successfully in classrooms.
Session II. Importance of Reading Comprehension
The role of comprehension in reading
Common challenges to comprehension
Strategies for improving comprehension
Session III. Use of Leveled Texts
Definition of leveled texts
Benefits of using leveled texts
How to select appropriate leveled texts
Session IV. Integration of Reading and Writing
Benefits of integrating reading and writing instruction
Strategies for integrating reading and writing instruction
Examples of integrated reading and writing activities
Session V. Assessment in the Fuller Approach
The role of assessment in the Fuller approach
Types of assessment used in the Fuller approach
How to use assessment data to inform instruction
Session VI. Accommodations for Struggling Readers
Accommodations for students with reading difficulties
Strategies for accommodating students with different needs
Use of assistive technology in the Fuller approach
Session VII. Accountability in the Fuller Approach
Importance of accountability in teaching reading
Examples of accountability measures in the Fuller approach
How to measure student progress in the Fuller approach
Session VIII. Implementation of the Fuller Approach
Strategies for implementing the Fuller approach in the classroom
Tips for getting started with the Fuller approach
Common challenges to implementing the Fuller approach and how to overcome them
