On some NYS tests, there is an emphasis on editing, but on all tests, part of a writing rubric is how students use conventions. How about sharing ideas on this topic? Maxine In a message dated 6/2/2008 2:54:16 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
I attended staff development training in "High Yields Strategies" based on Classroom Instruction That Works. The reason that we had the training is because our principals are required to do "Classroom Walkthroughs" , which are on a Blackberry, and they are based on these strategies, with the strategies listed as part of the checklist. The principal checks off what he sees in a 1-2 minute classroom walkthrough. The principal has to complete a set number every week and then uploads the information; then someone at central office receives a report containing the data (in addition the the principal). So, after spending three days in a workshop on the topic, I can say without a doubt that I agree 100% with ellin's remarks on May 26th. A lot of the strategies are things that have been taught in the past (i.e., reinforcing effort, providing recognition, setting objectives, cooperative learning) with some being more skill oriented (note-taking, graphic organizers). The main thing that we brought back is that a combination of four or more of these are to be included in every lesson and should be planned ahead of time when you are planning your unit. It also somewhat reinforces differentiated instruction. I did like the part about homework (we give too much and meaningless). I also agree that a lot of the strategies are easier implemented in Science, and maybe Math and Social Studies ( Sorry, I forget who mentioned that point). I also agree with Darcy that attending the workshop didn't change the what, when, how of my teaching. I already include most of them where they occur naturally. The NC EOG are not based on this book, but on his books Dimensions of Thinking and Dimensions of Learning. Dimensions of Thinking is the earlier book and both are published through ASCD. I heard that our goal summary reports (for non NC teachers, this is a report that breaks the EOG Reading Test into Categories which are based on Dimensions of Learning with how the class scored as a whole and then the grade level as a whole) are not going to include Marzano's categories but the questions are still based on them. They are going to be reported by the goals. The EOG's have never been based on Mosaic of Thought (if that is what you mean by MOT). Sorry for rambling on and on. I would have much rather been in a workshop on MOT or To Understand. To be honest, this is not a book that I would have chosen to read or learn in more detail in a workshop. Parker - I love the way you put it !!!!! Kate _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. **************Get trade secrets for amazing burgers. Watch "Cooking with Tyler Florence" on AOL Food. (http://food.aol.com/tyler-florence?video=4?&NCID=aolfod00030000000002) _______________________________________________ Mosaic mailing list [email protected] To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
