Friday, March 4, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Summary
3 Simple Essentials for Schools:
1) Coherent Curriculum (what we teach)
2) Sound Lessons (how we teach)
3) Authentic literacy: Purposeful reading and writing in every discipline
1) What we teach
# of standards must not be excessive
the standards "chosen" must be guaranteed and taught in depth
2) How we teach
Structurally sound formula must be followed by each teacher
the pivotal feature of effective lessons in the conscientious effort, throughout the lesson to ensure that all students are learning each segment of the lesson before moving onto the next
3) Authentic literacy
purposeful reading, writing and talking
1) Coherent Curriculum (what we teach)
2) Sound Lessons (how we teach)
3) Authentic literacy: Purposeful reading and writing in every discipline
1) What we teach
# of standards must not be excessive
the standards "chosen" must be guaranteed and taught in depth
2) How we teach
Structurally sound formula must be followed by each teacher
the pivotal feature of effective lessons in the conscientious effort, throughout the lesson to ensure that all students are learning each segment of the lesson before moving onto the next
3) Authentic literacy
purposeful reading, writing and talking
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This is my first attempt at a blog. I hope you will join this discussion and share thoughts about Schmoker's book, Focus. Can't wait to hear what you have to say!!
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