Reading Instruction in the Primary Grades
Instructional Materials
The Organization for Educational Research and Planning prepares all textbooks and curriculum materials in Iran. Teachers are encouraged to use cards, maps, labels, magazines, and storybooks as other tools for instruction. Class libraries are recommended at some schools. These tools diversify reading and increase students’ interest.
Use of Technology
The use of videos, overhead projectors, calculators, and computers in all subject areas and at all grade levels is recommended. Individual schools and teachers decide whether to use this equipment when it is available. Currently, several schools in large cities integrate educational software or the Internet into their curriculum. The Ministry of Education prepares instructional videos and compact discs for schools to use.
Second Language Instruction
Students in lower secondary school receive second language instruction in a language of their choice (English, French, or German). Learning Arabic is mandatory.