Learning ExperienceDiscovering Jane GoodallBy Amy E. StewartMay 1, 2008

Focus QuestionDoes my learning experience follow the congruency table?

Time FrameImplementationThe implementation of this lesson took two days during writing time. These sessions are for 30 minutes. Students who needed an extended period of time were given that opportunity. The students were allowed to work on their essay during morning work till they completed it.

Objectives1.0-The students will be able to write notes while the teacher is reading a passage on Jane Goodall2.0- The students will be able to write about the main idea of the passage

Essential QuestionsWhy was Jane Goodall an important person?Why did her discoveries help other scientists?

Enduring UnderstandingThere are many different people from the past and present that have made important discoveries. When writing, it is important to state the main idea and use many details and facts to make the writing more interesting.

Guiding QuestionsWhat was the main idea in this passage?What kind of person was Jane Goodall?What do you think about her discoveries?How can I support my ideas while I am writing?

New York State StandardNYS Learning Standard: ELAKey Idea: WritingStandard: Standard 1-Students will read, write, listen, and speak for information and understandingPerformance Indicator:Take notes to record facts by following teacher directions, with assistanceState a main idea and support it with facts, with assistance

The Students TasksTask # 1- As the teacher is reading a passage the student will take notes and use an organizer

Task # 2- After the reading, the students will share their ideas verbally with the rest of the class

Tasks ContinuedTask # 3-The students will use their organizer to create a writing piece on Jane Goodall. It will state the main idea of the passageTask # 4- The student will use their checklist to assess their own writing

Modification Table

ModificationRationaleBenefitModified MaterialsStudents are given support in the areas they are struggling withStudents feel confident in their learning and can be more successful

Modifications Needed A few of the students in Mr. Dunstans class can use extra support in comprehending material that they read, or that is read to them. The fill in the blank sheet provides a more concise and clear presentation of the information

Modification Example

Components on the RubricOrganizationConventionsMain Idea DevelopmentFluency, Voice, and Word ChoiceNote Taking/Listening

Rubric

Independently created student writing4- Exceeds StandardMain Idea Development-Writes a comprehensive paper on one topic-Writes a paragraph with the main idea, several supporting details/facts-Exceeds the demands of the task

Rubric

Independently created student writing3- At StandardMain Idea Development-Writing takes the form of a simple paragraph establishes a main idea with three of more details/facts-Meets the demands of the task

Rubric

Independently created Student writing2- Approaching StandardMain Idea Development-Writing takes the form of simple sentences-Writing is related to the main idea and has at least 1 supporting detail/fact-Stays on topic

Rubric

Independently created Student writing1- Below StandardMain Idea Development-Uses random words for ideas-Has no supporting details/facts-Does not address the topic

Distinguished

Rubric

Independently created student writing4- Exceeds StandardMain Idea Development-Writes a comprehensive paper on one topic-Writes a paragraph with the main idea, several supporting details/facts-Exceeds the demands of the task

Proficient

Rubric

Independently created student writing3- At StandardMain Idea Development-Writing takes the form of a simple paragraph establishes a main idea with three of more details/facts-Meets the demands of the task

Developing

Rubric

Independently created Student writing2- Approaching StandardMain Idea Development-Writing takes the form of simple sentences-Writing is related to the main idea and has at least 1 supporting detail/fact-Stays on topic

Reflection There were a few areas I could of improved in my lesson, or ideas I could have added. These included:The use of more technologyUsing a second passage to read to the studentsAllowing the students to research Jane Goodall further before writing

Thank you to my peer review group: Brandon, Becky, Jessika, Kristine, and Mr. Arnold for helping me to make major improvements in my learning experience!!

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