"Miscue analysis teaches us new things about the reading process and about readers (Kidwatching chapter 6 pg. 73)."
This chapter of kidwatching reminded me of an article we read for 342 by Tim O'keefe about kidwatching and specifically about how he listens to each child reading in his class and takes notes on miscues. His system involves writing down codes in much the same way as described by the kidwatching chapter. An example is if there is a miscue that is self corrected he would put SC for self corrected. This in depth analysis of miscues allows the teacher to understand the current reading abilities of each student and enables them to provide individualized support to foster this growth. On a larger level, it allows the teacher to understand patterns within the classroom that may indicate that there needs to be further instruction on one aspect of reading or a strategy that a large group in the class is struggling with. Kidwatching is all about providing a basis upon which teachers can understand their students' development and provide the best practices for each child on an individual level.
