Click+or+Clunk


 * Click** or ** Clunk **
 * Click or Clunk is a comprehension self-monitoring strategy for use in any content and at any age. When we understand what we are reading, everything CLICKS into place. Sometimes we hit a CLUNK which needs repair. The CLUNK might just be a word we don't know the definition of, or an idea or concept. All readers have clunks. The key is to recognize when we hit a clunk and do something about it. **
 * Attached is a pdf of a powerpoint from [|www.interventioncentral.org] . Try dropping that into a nearpod presentation to teach students with iPads. Also, there is a check list for younger students or struggling secondary readers. **

Adaptations: The strategy calls for having students say either "Click" or "Clunk" when reading. If you are not working as a class, have students whisper "Click" or "Clunk". You could also print out green click cards and red clunk cards that students turn over depending on if they understand or not. Another nice adaptation is to have students use a green and red highlighter or colored pencil. At the end of each paragraph, students cover the paragraph and remember what it is about. If they remember and understand, put a green dot. If they can not remember or don't comprehend, put a red dot and use a fix-it-up strategy until they are able to put a green dot.