Trying different organizational techniques rather than using the same one continually shows a teacher who is
and considering student .
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
[Ques. 2] An often forgotten step in organizing for comprehensive balanced literacy instruction is:
a. trying out the plan and revising as necessary.
b. grouping students using a framework.
c. including both reading and writing in a plan.
d. including spelling and grammar in a plan.
[Ques. 3] Five considerations to meet the needs of all students include all of the following
except:
a. English Language Learner needs. b. children with exceptionalities.
c. intervention.
d. double pacing.
[Ques. 4] Which is
not an important aspect of a reading conference?
a. oral reading/fluency
b. number of books read c. author's craft
d. personal involvement with the book
[Ques. 5] When conducting a writing conference, the teacher should:
a. begin by asking many questions.
b. point out all the incorrect mechanics of writing. c. start by discussing the content of the piece.
d. insist on accurate spelling.
[Ques. 6] In whole-class instruction:
a. everyone has experience reading the same text.
b. all students are taught the same skills/strategies.
c. the state standards drive the instructional focus.
d. tested skills are taught.
[Ques. 7] What must you develop with your students in order to manage your classroom effectively?
a. grading scales b. routines
c. charts
d. peer conferences
[Ques. 8] Group sharing during Writing Workshop:
a. promotes writing for authentic reasons.
b. is a show-and-tell time.
c. is not essential to the workshop.
d. is a small-group activity.
[Ques. 9] Peer conferences are successful if:
a. students know teacher/group expectations.
b. class guidelines are followed.
c. procedures have been modeled.
d. all of the above
[Ques. 10] Minilessons:
a. are for students with skill strengths. b. are used only with small groups.
c. are taught once per year.
d. may be used with small groups or the whole group.