Module:

PALS: A Reading Strategy for Grades 2–6

Wrap Up

PALS is a research-validated approach for increasing students' reading performance. Through reciprocal peer tutoring, students have the opportunity to practice reading and to receive immediate corrective feedback.

Devin Kearns, M.A. PALS trainer Vanderbilt University

Listen as Devin Kearns summarizes PALS. (Time: 1:10) View Transcript

Think back to your initial responses to the following questions. After working through the resources in this module, do you still agree with your Initial Thoughts? If not, what aspects of your answers would you change? What characteristics might Mrs. Nash look for in a reading approach? What types of activities can Mrs. Nash use to increase her students' reading skills? How can Mrs. Nash implement these activities?