The SCL Framework

The author of this article created a Science-Cognition-Literacy (SCL) Framework described in this article. Figure 1 in this article is a graphic representation of all aspects of this framew... See More

The author of this article created a Science-Cognition-Literacy (SCL) Framework described in this article. Figure 1 in this article is a graphic representation of all aspects of this framework that helps improve reading comprehension using science inquiry skills. There are six phases in the framework that address necessary science skills that include questioning, prediction and more. Each of these is linked to a reading application that helps students develop that skill. Although a good idea this article would be strengthened with a few specific examples of each.

Increasing Reading Comprehension

The Common Core has caused many science teachers to focus on improving science literacy in their classroom. This article, which introduces the author’s Science-Cognition-Literacy Framework, ... See More

The Common Core has caused many science teachers to focus on improving science literacy in their classroom. This article, which introduces the author’s Science-Cognition-Literacy Framework, provides a guide that assists teachers in implementing strategies designed to improve science literacy. Although this is not a “how-to” article, it does have a list of reading practices that teachers can use to help students become better readers while improving inquiry skills. Teachers who are at a loss for how to embed reading strategies in the classroom will find this article useful. Veteran teachers will no doubt recognize many of the tried-and-true methods listed.