NET Scheme News 2024 Spring issue 45

Rotation Group Work (three segments of 20 minutes each): 1. Guided reading: 2. Post-reading activities: 3. Silent/Independent online reading on iPads: The findings of this research have paved the way for the promotion of the ARI Cycle, which serves as a framework for developing adaptable reading practices in schools. The ARI cycle begins with exploring students’ individual differences and views through pre-tests and pre-interviews. This data-led approach helps create a student initial profile, which forms the basis for creating ability groups and planning/adapting the reading framework. The framework aligns with theories on balanced instruction, emphasising adaptability and a theory-driven approach for sustainable learning. The cycle continues by implementing the adapted reading framework in a differentiated classroom setting (3 different ability groups are preferred). Teachers closely observe classroom interactions, collaboration and knowledge co-construction. Finally, a student final profile is populated after conducting reading post-tests and post-interviews informing teachers of the progress in reading ability and the changes in individual differences and social preferences. The students’ final profile can then be used as a base for group creation and planning/adapting the lessons at the beginning of the next new cycle which serves as a valuable resource ensuring continuous growth and improvement. The implications of this study are vast, and we hope they open doors to educational dialogue, bringing teachers together to share and learn from each other’s experiences. The Fun Readers programme, with its adaptable reading instruction approach,has the power to transform reading journeys and empower students to become confident and skilled readers. Dr Carola Dinu, NET SKH Tak Tin Lee Shiu Keung Primary School Books are thoughtfully selected to match students’ instructional reading levels. Students receive targeted instruction to develop their basic or advanced reading skills. Practical application of learned knowledge is emphasised through hands-on activities. Activities such as games, experiments, puzzles, cooking, crafts, and videos are directly linked to the books students read during the guided reading. Students develop independent reading habits by engaging in silent or independent online reading using iPads. This segment helps solidify the knowledge acquired during other segments while fostering a love for reading. 3 NET Scheme News Issue 45