Chapter 12: Portfolios and Conferences Involve Students in Communication & Chapter 13: Communicating with Standardized Tests

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What steps can a teacher take to determine what types of achievement data to collect during a unit? What kind of information should a report communicate? How can portfolios be best used within the classroom? How would you implement the use of portfolios in your classroom? Why would they be beneficial during parent/ teacher conferences? What roles does standardized tests play in communicating about student achievement?

The steps a teacher can take to determine what type of achievement data to collect during a unit will depend on the objectives. The teacher would have to take the context in to account along with accurate assessments, and function of forms. Each portfolio has a different function. The different portfolios are to measure growth, projects, and achievement. A report should communicate the positives and negatives of a student's understanding and knowledge. It should talk about the things that a student does well and areas that could use improvement. It should also talk about how he does against others who are in the same age range as him. To determine the best portfolio to use in the classroom depends on the unit. If the teacher wants to measure growth, project development, or the students achievement. It could be a combination of all three of them. I would ask my students to put all of the information and assignments in a portfolio from the beginning of the semester until the end. It would be a physical example for the parents to see the products their student has produced. Standardized tests allow parents, administrators, and students the opportunity to see how other students in the same age range compare and the percentile range. It communicates the capability of the student.

Student Unit Evaluation Form

Student: __________________________

Date: ____________________________

Teacher: __________________________

Class: ____________________________

Attendance: Present____ Absent_______ Tardy _______

Unit: The Evergreen State

	Total Points Received	Total Points Possible	Teacher Comments	Student Comments
Lesson 1: Mural		25pts
Lesson 2: Setting		25pts
Lesson 3: Industrial Economy		25pts
Lesson 4: Agricultural Economy		25pts
Lesson 5: Geography		25pts
Lesson 6: Transportation		25pts
Lesson 7: Brochure		50pts
Select Response Test		25pts
Essay Test		25pts
Performance/ Product Task		25pts
Questions		25pts

 

The Evergreen State Grade: ___________/__300___

Areas of Strength:

Areas of Needed Attention/ Concentration:

Goals to Accomplish:

Parent Comments:

List of Questions

1. Compare and contrast the economy of Washington and the Pacific Northwest. What makes Washington different from other states?

2. What is the best way for a person to get from Western Washington to Eastern Washington?

3. Who are three critical figures in Washington State's economy?

4. What three crops do you think are the most important to Washington State?

5. What are the major rivers in Washington? How do they influence the economy?

6. What major company would you want to work for that was founded in Washington?

7. When is the best time of year to visit Washington State and why?

8. What part of the state would you like to live in when you are older?

9. What is your favorite city in Washington and why?

10. How would a person cultivate a crop?

Chapter 10: Managing and Communicating Achievement Information & Chapter 11: Report Cards: Assessments of Learning

                    

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What challenges do you face in managing and sharing student achievement information? How can you overcome those challenges?

The challenges faced with managing and storing information with student achievement are how the information with be stored, summarizing or not summarizing the information, reporting the information, and what the evidence says. It is important to inform the students about the information and diagnosing the student's needs. The report card lets the parents and students know how the student is progressing in the classroom. The challenges can be overcome by making sure communication between the parents and the students is clear. Removing all the barriers, overcoming the time constraint are ways in which to overcome the challenges. As a teacher, it is important to know the best ways in which the management of your classroom will result in effective assessments for the students.

Chapter 12: The Literacy-Social Studies Connection & Chapter 13: Social Studies as the Integrating Core

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How can graphic organizers be used to assist students in reading text? What accommodations will you need to attend to with respect to reading readiness levels in young people? What resources could be used to enhance a social studies unit? How does music, art, technology, literature (biographies, quotes, poems, historical fiction), play a role in helping students experience the connection of the time?

A graphic organizer used while students are reading helps students organize thoughts and make better understanding. The students can use the graphic organizer to clearly state facts from the reading in a nice, orderly manner. For younger children, it is important to remember that students are learning to read rather than reading to learn. With children, it is best to use shorter paragraphs, more pictures, and easier details. Having a graphic organizer will help the students who have more troubles to start filling in the blanks on the main points, the details, and any other pertinent information. Infusion of two subjects is one way to create a connection between two subjects, for example integrating English and the Civil War. Fusion is two subjects teaching the same concept, for example social studies and science with the scientific method. With these two methods, it is a great way to enhance any lesson.

In My Opinion: Disposition Form

1) I play an active role in my learning. 2) I love learning about Washington. 3) I enjoy doing a variety of activities. 4) I prefer to work in groups. 5) I feel comfortable about asking questions in class. 6) I put in my best effort in this unit. 7) I like to help others. 8) I think it is important to learn more about the state in which I live. 9) I found this unit to be creative and fun. 10) I feel I have a better understanding of state economics.

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Lesson 1: Creating the Mural

Introduction: In this lesson, you will create a mural of Washington State.

Goals: Each student will be in a different group to create a mural. The mural will surround the classroom and give you all a better understanding of Washington State.

Methodology: You will be in various groups, each group will have a different roles. Each student will contribute to the mural in a different way.

Groups: You as the students will use the site and integrate the unit resources as a tool to help guide you in your creation of the mural. Each group will use their creativity and prior knowledge to create this mural. You will be able to use the site and any other materials you find necessary to complete this assignment.

    The different groups are the Agriculturalist, the Economist, the Environmentalist, the Tourist, the Recreationalist, and the Symbol gist.

Supplies:

    The following supplies will be available for you:

        -Poster paper -Markers –Crayons-Colored pencils-Construction paper-Scissors-Glue-Tape

Objectives:

• The students will have a visual representation of Washington State.
  
• The students will gain a better understanding into what has shaped Washington into the state it is today.
  

Closure/Assessment:

    At the end of this lesson, students will be asked to make a presentation that reveals to their classmates what they have come to understand about the importance of economics and the role it plays in a state/region.

Rubric:

    Students will use this rubric to guide the creation of the mural and the presentation of their product to the class.

Making A Poster : Creating a Mural
Teacher Name: Z Liedtke
Student Name:     ________________________________________
CATEGORY	Excellent	Good	Poor
Graphics	Graphics are all in focus and the content easily viewed and identified from 6 ft. away.Several of the graphics used on the poster reflect a exceptional degree of student creativity in their creation and/or display.All graphics are related to the topic and make it easier to understand. All borrowed graphics have a source citation.	Most graphics are in focus and the content easily viewed and identified from 6 ft. away.One or two of the graphics used on the poster reflect student creativity in their creation and/or display.All graphics are related to the topic and most make it easier to understand. All borrowed graphics have a source citation.	Most graphics are in focus and the content is easily viewed and identified from 4 ft. away. The graphics are made by the student, but are based on the designs or ideas of others.All graphics relate to the topic. Most borrowed graphics have a source citation.
Knowledge	Student can accurately answer all questions related to facts in the poster and processes used to create the poster.The poster includes all required elements as well as additional information.	Student can accurately answer most questions related to facts in the poster and processes used to create the poster.All required elements are included on the poster.	Student can accurately answer about 75% of questions related to facts in the poster and processes used to create the poster. Some of the required elements are missing on the poster.
Mechanics	Capitalization and punctuation are correct throughout the poster.	There is few errors in capitalization or punctuation.	There are many errors in capitalization or punctuation.
Organization	The poster is exceptionally attractive in terms of design, layout, and neatness.Used time well during each class period. Focused on getting the project done. Never distracted others.	The poster is attractive in terms of design, layout and neatness.Used time well during each class period. Usually focused on getting the project done and never distracted others.	The poster is acceptably attractive though it may be a bit messy.Used some of the time well during each class period. There was some focus on getting the project done but occasionally distracted others.

Oral Presentation Rubric : Presenting the Mural
Teacher Name: Z Liedtke
Student Name:     ________________________________________
CATEGORY	Excellent	Good	Poor
Collaboration with Peers	Almost always listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Tries to keep people working well together.	Usually listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group. Does not cause "waves" in the group.	Often listens to, shares with, and supports the efforts of others in the group but sometimes is not a good team member.
Content	Shows a full understanding of the topic.	Shows a good understanding of the topic.	Shows a good understanding of parts of the topic.
Comprehension	Student is able to accurately answer almost all questions posed by classmates about the topic.	Student is able to accurately answer most questions posed by classmates about the topic.	Student is able to accurately answer a few questions posed by classmates about the topic.
Enthusiasm	Facial expressions and body language generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others.	Facial expressions and body language sometimes generate a strong interest and enthusiasm about the topic in others.	Facial expressions and body language are used to try to generate enthusiasm, but seem somewhat faked.