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The Unexpected Road to Motivation
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The ideal classroom atmosphere to coach young readers and writers is characterized by trust, motivation, and accountability. Educator and writer Larry Ferlazzo explores these and related ideas in his post, “What Motivates A Student’s Interest in Reading and Writing.” Note Larry’s emphasis on choice in reading; in Foundations & Frameworks, student choice is a built-in component of every unit. In writing, Larry’s emphasis on graphic organizers and their positive effects on student confidence fits beautifully with the approach to pre-writing in every Writer’s Stylus unit.
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Hashtag Theme
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The Running Road to Writing
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Writing enthusiastically and writing well do not share a cause-effect relationship. Students need to understand that: 1) writing is hard work that occurs in multiple stages, 2) that it is acceptable and even advantageous to struggle, and 3) that they control how they write. This struggle is further explained in Kevin Kaiser’s lighthearted essay, "4 Lessons Running Can Teach You About Writing."
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Collaboration in the Classroom
In the Foundations & Frameworks Instructional Reading Program, “complex activities” that call for collaboration include student-led small groups and intellectual art projects. Small groups meet on a daily basis, and students safely practice arguing and debating both logically and respectfully with their peers. Intellectual art projects require students to identify a problem and agree on a research-based solution together. Group members must actively listen to their peers and know how to handle conflict resolution when they disagree.
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In today’s classroom, the role of “teacher” has shifted from instructor to coach. Providing opportunities for collaboration allows teachers to fulfill their role as coaches, and empowers students to work together confidently, effectively equipping them for their future.
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What better way to motivate teachers than by offering support, delving deeply into content and strategies, practicing effective modeling in an affirming environment, and sharing struggles and laughs together. Foundations & Frameworks Advanced Training is designed to do just that.
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If you implement Foundations & Frameworks but do not have a trainer in your school, if it has been a while since your Advanced Training, or if adding a trainer would more effectively support your learning community, please consider attending Advanced Training.
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