I. The Remedial Classroom: Organization and Management

What is the main purpose of a remedial program?

To help students address language skills deficits and acquire self-confidence through self-help strategies.

What must be conducted before organizing a remedial program?

A thorough assessment.

What does systematic instruction refer to in a remedial program?

Instruction that is planned, deliberate in application, and proceeds in an orderly manner.

What should intensive instruction be based on?

The needs of individuals or groups.

Why is ongoing documentation important in a remedial program?

To determine the order of skills to be addressed and the level of intensity required for success.

What should the curriculum in a remedial program be based on?

Theory and research related to language learning.

What role does assessment play in a remedial program?

To guide instruction and develop scoring guides and rubrics.

How many learners typically participate in school-based remedial sessions?

3 to 10 learners.

What is the orientation component of a remedial session designed to do?

Provide continuity and focus, involving structured routines and objectives.

What cognitive function is enhanced in the cognitive development component of remedial sessions?

Basic thinking operations such as inference, problem-solving, and metacognition.