Assignment # 1
I chose to listen to the "Teaching Vocabulary in Middle and High School" podcast. This is the one that related with my field of study. This is a big issue mainly in English nowadays. The methods of which we grew up with such as writing definitions, full complete sentences using the vocabulary word, word lists, memorizations, quizzes, etc don't seem effective in schools nowadays. The English language is larger than most languages and it is known world-wide, which means no matter where we go, it is applicable. It is a positive thing that the SATs now have a whole different verbal part. The nation is keeping it a point to make sure vcabulary and reading is used in a student's career. Aspects like this encourage students to brush up on their vocabulary because it is a necessary tool in education.
Assignment # 2
I haven't started my field observation work for this class yet but I would assume terms such as screening, diagnostic, progress monitoring, outcome, will all be used to assess the academic and behaviorial needs of students. Teachers will be able to use the RTI model for the desicion making process. The RTI model the intensity if greater needs are to assessed for the student.
The screening assessment help because it is an efficent way to measure the student's overall ability for performance. If the student does not meet the baseline, it can be a starting point for further evaluation. Diagnostic assessment helps to provide information for planning effective instruction. Clear expectations need to be given to plan effective teaching. Progress monitoring assessment are also fast and sweet but they determine whether or not the students are making valid progress. It also works to modify the intervention if needed and to see if any gaps between the benchmark need to be changed. Outcome assessments are used for school, district and state reporting.They are important because teachers and leaders get feedback for their teachings.
I agree with your point that we cannot allow such basic reading and vocabulary habits to fall through the cracks and as teachers it is our responsibility to ensure this. Many of my memories of middle school invovle reading through our vocabulary books and learning how to use the words in sentences, their definitions, spelling, antonyms, and synonyms all for specific words. I think that these methods of teaching by having the students put the words to use will enforce them into their minds the best so that they can be prepared for the SAT and these word meanings and uses will remain with them.
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