Reflection on Text Coverage Planning

 

Reflection on Text Coverage Planning

Over the past few weeks, I have been reflecting on my text coverage planning, particularly the use of text sets in reading. One of the main challenges I faced was limited access to resources. The Colour Wheel books were in short supply, and there were no soft copies available online, making it difficult to ensure all students could engage with multiple texts at the same time.

As a result, I shifted to focusing on one core text each week. While this was initially due to necessity, it proved effective. Students were able to engage more deeply, revisit key ideas, and build their comprehension with greater confidence. I also noticed that when multiple texts were introduced, many students struggled to complete follow-up tasks, so simplifying the focus supported better participation and completion.

To support wider exposure, I added related articles and videos to my taskboard. This allowed students to access additional content in different formats, helping to build background knowledge while still maintaining a clear focus on the main text.

Moving forward, I aim to balance depth and variety by continuing with a core text while thoughtfully incorporating supporting resources. This experience has reinforced the importance of being flexible and responsive to student needs, ensuring that planning supports both access and meaningful learning.