Strengthening Writing through Student-Engaged Assessment EngageNY.org

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Learning Targets I can describe EL’s approach to writing in the ELA curriculum modules. I can describe the characteristics of the different types of writing required by the CCSS and how they are incorporated into the modules. I can describe how models, critique, and descriptive feedback are used to promote the development of high-quality common core aligned writing from students. EngageNY.org

Learning Target #1 I can describe EL’s approach to writing in the ELA curriculum modules. Handout of “Writing Instruction in NYS ELA Modules Grades 3-8 EngageNY.org

S.N.A.P. Protocol S…Summary of the text N…New learning A…Already knew this P…Picture that represents an important aspect of the text EngageNY.org

What’s not in the Modules We value other areas of writing instruction. Our “charge” was to provide curriculum directly linked to the shifts in instruction for teachers. Module lessons designed to last about an hour a day in grades 3-5; 45 minutes in grades 6-8. EngageNY.org

Learning Target #2 I can describe the characteristics of the different types of writing required by the Common Core State Standards and how they are incorporated into the modules. EngageNY.org

Text Rendering Protocol In Triads, Please Choose… Argument Informational/Expository Narrative Writing Follow directions on the Text Rendering Protocol EngageNY.org

Learning Target #3 I can describe how models, critique, and descriptive feedback are used to promote the development of high-quality common core aligned writing from students. EngageNY.org

Models, Critique, and Descriptive Feedback EngageNY.org

Video Debrief How will the practices you saw promote high-quality writing from students? EngageNY.org

Thanks for Engaging Today Take this opportunity to dig deeper in your current module or one you may be getting ready to begin with your colleagues. Have a great rest of your day! EngageNY.org