Reflection Form Close Reading of Complex Texts in the 3-8 ELA Modules 5A Learning Targets I can describe the instructional strategy of “close reading.” I can describe the components of text complexity. I can analyze a classroom lesson for evidence of the shifts in action. If you’re a teacher… What did you learn that will improve your instructional alignment to the Common Core? If you’re a leader… What did you learn that will help you define what instructional alignment to the Common Core looks and sounds like?