Which of the following is not a concept related to whole language?
A. Phonics instruction precedes reading instruction.
B. The language arts should be taught simultaneously.
C. Authentic texts and tasks should be used.
D. The teacher's role is to guide and coach rather to present information.
A/Explanation
A. Whole language philosophy would encourage phonics instruction concurrent with reading instruction.
B. Teaching listening, speaking, reading, and writing as separate subjects is not consistent with whole language philosophy.
C. Using text that has been written to teach specific language skills is not consistent with whole language philosophy.
D. Teaching that is limited to presenting information is not consistent with whole language philosophy.
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