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1. Before Wednesday, October 7:
2. On Wednesday, October 7, visit a primary classroom at your school during Language time. This is your task there:
a. Pick one element of a balanced reading program (Guided Reading, Shared Reading, Independent Reading, or Read Aloud) that you observed during the visit. Describe how the teacher carried out that aspect of the program. Consider:
- the type(s) of text(s)
- the introduction and routines
- the skill focus
- the extension or follow-up opportunities.
b. Describe the methods by which phonics and/or spelling were taught in this class.
c. Describe procedures of the classs writing program.
- Were topics assigned or chosen independently?
- Was a lesson taught on some aspect of writing?
- What routines were in place for quiet writing time, for revising and/or editing, and for sharing with peers and/or the teacher?
Note: if you are visiting a Kindergarten class:
- What procedures were in place that encouraged students to explore writing beyond circle time?
3. Check below for your display/group project responsibilities. This work is due October 13 (if it is a Hearne project) or October 14 (if it is a display at OISE).
"Tips Exchange"
Rotation Order for Group Projects/Displays
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