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Michelle Krill

Common Core State Standards Initiative | English Language Arts Standards | Writing | Gr... - 3 views

www.corestandards.org/...grade-11-12

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  • Write arguments to support claims in an analysis of substantive topics or texts, using valid reasoning and relevant and sufficient evidence.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Organize materials using Diigo, Evernote or other curating tool. Evaluate web resources efficienty and effectively.
    • Sandra Benedict
      Sandra Benedict on 25 Apr 12
       
      teach cite sources--manually and using various websites that help create citations
  • Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas, concepts, and information clearly and accurately through the effective selection, organization, and analysis of content.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use of software and/or webtools to work through the writing process. (Microsoft Word, Google Docs, etc)
    • Carol Roth
      Carol Roth on 25 Apr 12
       
      Mind mapping tools such as Inspiration or Google Draw is very helpful here.
  • W.11-12.6. Use technology, including the Internet, to produce, publish, and update individual or shared writing products in response to ongoing feedback, including new arguments or information.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Publish online for an external audience. Blogs, wiki, ePortfolio.
    • Carol Roth
      Carol Roth on 25 Apr 12
       
      The Figment website works well for publishing student work for an outside audience.
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  • W.11-12.5. Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Online collaborative editing for peer review and feedback.
    • Carol Roth
      Carol Roth on 25 Apr 12
       
      We love to use Google Docs for peer editing exercises
  • W.11-12.8. Gather relevant information from multiple authoritative print and digital sources, using advanced searches effectively; assess the strengths and limitations of each source in terms of the task, purpose, and audience; integrate information into the text selectively to maintain the flow of ideas, avoiding plagiarism and overreliance on any one source and following a standard format for citation.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Easybib, Bibme.com for references. Use Microsoft Word Reference Tools to organize, track and maintain bibliography.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Turnitin.com, Google or other online plagiarism tools for checking work.
  • Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Blogging!
  • Use a variety of techniques to sequence events so that they build on one another to create a coherent whole and build toward a particular tone and outcome (e.g., a sense of mystery, suspense, growth, or resolution).
    • Katie Barnes
      Katie Barnes on 25 Apr 12
       
      Software such as the inspiration programs can help students sequence ideas and concepts in a visual manner
  • Write routinely over extended time frames (time for research, reflection, and revision) and shorter time frames (a single sitting or a day or two) for a range of tasks, purposes
    • Katie Barnes
      Katie Barnes on 25 Apr 12
       
      Blogging!
  • create an organization that logically sequences claim(s),
    • Sandra Benedict
      Sandra Benedict on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use digital timelines, interactive white board
  • graphics
    • Sandra Benedict
      Sandra Benedict on 25 Apr 12
       
      spreadsheets, word processing, Google docs
  • multimedia
    • Sandra Benedict
      Sandra Benedict on 25 Apr 12
       
      presentation software/web 2.0 tools, slide show, video
  • The CCR anchor standards and high school grade-specific standards work in tandem to define college and career readiness expectations—the former providing broad standards, the latter providing additional specificity.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      ReadWriteThink.org http://www.readwritethink.org/ has a variety of writing/planning writing resources.
Lauri Brady

Common Core State Standards Initiative | English Language Arts Standards | Writing | Gr... - 6 views

www.corestandards.org/...grade-3

CCSS PACC

shared by Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12 - Cached
  • group related information together;
    • Sue Thomas
      Sue Thomas on 25 Apr 12
       
      This would be a great place to use mind mapping software or interactive graphic organizers from ReadWriteThink
  • Use linking words and phrases (e.g., also, another, and, more, but) to connect ideas within categories of information.
    • Sue Thomas
      Sue Thomas on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use interactive whiteboard to sort and organize linking words and phrases. Use apps, such as iCard Sort.
  • organize an event sequence
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use of interactive whiteboard for center/small group organizing/sequencing activties.
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  • develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, and editing
    • Sue Thomas
      Sue Thomas on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use Googledocs to support the revising and editing process.
  • produce and publish writing
    • Sue Thomas
      Sue Thomas on 25 Apr 12
       
      Use digital story telling tools (voice thread, blabberize, photo story, and other web 2.0 tools).
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Great mobile apps like Story Kit, Scribble Press, Puppet Pals, and Sock Puppets!
  • research projects
    • Sue Thomas
      Sue Thomas on 25 Apr 12
       
      Google Presentations is a great tool to organize notes and create presentations.
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Opportunity to teach web search strategies and evaluting websites to students.
  • interact and collaborate with others.
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Blogging gives students a great way to interact and respond to each other's writing as well as sharing and seeking feedback from a broader, authentic audience.
  • gather information from print and digital sources
  • sort evidence into provided categories
  • Write routinely
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Again, a great opportunity for an online journal (Moodle?) or blog. Kidblog is a wonderful elementary blogging tool.
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      A huge plus is being able to see the growth in student writing over the course of the year in a format that is easily shared with a broader audience.
  • support the opinion
    • Lauri Brady
      Lauri Brady on 25 Apr 12
       
      Idea: Use open voicethread to have students record reasons/evidence to support opinions.
    • Michelle Krill
      Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
       
      Tween Tribune Jr! http://tweentribune.com/junior
  • Text Types and Purposes
    • Sandra Benedict
      Sandra Benedict on 25 Apr 12
       
      Teach them to keyboard by using word processing software
Abby Gold

Common Core State Standards Initiative | English Language Arts Standards | Writing | Gr... - 2 views

www.corestandards.org/...grades-6-8

shared by Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12 - No Cached
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      Diigo compilation of articles, google docs
  • Write informative/explanatory texts, including the narration of historical events, scientific procedures/ experiments, or technical processes. Introduce a topic clearly, previewing what is to follow; organize ideas, concepts, and information into broader categories as appropriate to achieving purpose; include formatting (e.g., headings), graphics (e.g., charts, tables), and multimedia when useful to aiding comprehension.
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      word processing, research with google
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  • Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to inform about or explain the topic.
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      quizlet, free rice
  • With some guidance and support from peers and adults, develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on how well purpose and audience have been addressed.
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      google docs
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      blogging site, "Turn it in", Wikki Space
  • Use technology, including the Internet, to produce and publish writing and present the relationships between information and ideas clearly and efficiently.
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      Wikki Spaces, blogging
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      Live Binders, Evernote
  • Gather relevant information from multiple print and digital sources, using search terms effectively; assess the credibility and accuracy of each source; and quote or paraphrase the data and conclusions of others while avoiding plagiarism and following a standard format for citation.
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      blogs, wikki spaces
    • Abby Gold
      Abby Gold on 25 Apr 12
       
      Powerlibrary, Wikipedia,
Michelle Krill

There's an app for that for cats | tweentribune.com - 2 views

tweentribune.com/junior

writing blogging elem_sites

shared by Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12 - No Cached
  • Michelle Krill on 25 Apr 12
     
    Easy to read: TTJunior.com offers easy-to-read news stories for 2nd Graders, 3rd Graders and advanced 1st Graders, as well as remediation and ESL for all grades. Easy to write: Students can post blog comments that teachers review before publication. Click below to sign up. It's fast, easy and free!
Brianna Paup

Common Core State Standards Initiative | English Language Arts Standards | Writing | Gr... - 2 views

www.corestandards.org/...grade-5

shared by Brianna Paup on 25 Apr 12 - No Cached
  • Conduct short research projects that use several sources to build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic.
    • Brianna Paup
      Brianna Paup on 25 Apr 12
       
      Teacher can create a wikkispace page and post links related to research projects and/or directions for the project.
Michelle Krill

Meet Common Core Standards with Pixie - 1 views

web.tech4learning.com/mmon-core-standards-with-pixie

commoncore elem_sites

shared by Michelle Krill on 16 Mar 12 - No Cached
  • Michelle Krill on 16 Mar 12
     
    Pixie is software students can use to write, paint pictures, and tell stories. Pixie provides a fun way for elementary students to explore and respond to curriculum topics related to the Common Core Standards.
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