Point-touch-slide

Using the point-touch signal when students read a word the ‘fast way’.

For example, ‘You’re going to read these words the fast way’.

How to point-touch-slide

The process is:

• Point just over the dot of the arrow hold point for one to two seconds. This provides a focus for students.
• Touch the dot and say the cue, ‘What word?’ or ‘Get ready’ depending on the script.
• Pause one second after the cue.
• Slide finger decisively along the arrow.
• Return finger to the ball of the arrow and affirm student response, ‘yes, ________’.
• As soon as the teacher’s finger slides, students are to respond.