"A Day in the Teaching of Reading and writing"
WHAT WILL A DAY IN MRS. AGYEMAN'S CLASS LOOK LIKE?
Whole- Group focused instruction
Reading and writing instruction begins with a whole-group Focused Instruction. This Focused Instruction lasts approximately 20 minutes. We will focus on ONE major Focused Instructional Point, which connects to both reading and writing. Teacher will present to the whole class daily, brief teaching points using literature, student work, teacher work, student experience, and teacher experience as helpful supports.
Independent practice
Students engage in Independent practice while the teacher conducts small instructional groups or confers with individual students. Students will build stamina as they sustain their work independently or in small groups.
Wrap-up
To end our reading/writing time, students will return reorient themselves back to the teacher. Teacher will review and reflect on the day's work, using specific student examples as a reflection. Students will have an opportunity to ask questions if they need clarification of earlier instruction, or additional clarity going forward. This time lasts approximately seven minutes.