A middle school English teacher investigates various instructional approaches that support the development of students' comprehension skills when they read a complex text. The teacher makes a decision to use an instructional strategy in which the sequential procedures shown are followed. Based on the information, which of the following best identifies the teaching approach the teacher is using?

Shared reading involves the teacher reading a text aloud while students follow along, often in a group setting. While it promotes engagement and helps develop fluency, it does not emphasize the collaborative interactive elements that define reciprocal teaching, such as students leading discussions and taking turns in teaching roles.

Multisensory learning involves using multiple senses to engage students in the learning process, often incorporating visual, auditory, and kinesthetic activities. While beneficial for various learners, this approach does not specifically focus on the dialogue-driven, strategy-based interactions that are central to reciprocal teaching.

Close reading emphasizes careful, critical analysis of a text, often involving annotation and discussion of specific passages. While it aims to deepen comprehension, it typically lacks the collaborative and reciprocal nature of teaching that fosters peer-to-peer learning, distinguishing it from reciprocal teaching.