Focus on 5 introduction psy institute june 2014
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This document describes the FOCUS on 5 system for writing instruction and assessment. It explains that FOCUS on 5 uses 5 domains (Organization, Style, Conventions, Content, and Focus) to analyze student writing and determine strengths and goals. Teachers give students writing prompts and assess their writing in the domains to establish a baseline. They then use this data to guide small group and individual instruction, setting goals and modeling strategies using mentor texts. The process continues as teachers analyze new student writing and reflect on progress. The overall system is presented as a menu-based approach to teaching writing.
Focus on 5 introduction psy institute june 2014
- 1. FOCUS on 5 Heather Carrigan & Kelli Wise June 25, 2014
- 2. Kids say the funniest things!
- 4. 10-Second Table Talk • What does writing instruction look like in your grade level?
- 5. T-Chart What I like about my What I don’t like writing instruction about my writing instruction
- 7. The Sisters Gail Boushey & Joan Moser www.thedailycafe.com Comprehension Accuracy Fluency Expanding Vocabulary
- 8. CAFE Wall Menu in Kelli’s Classroom
- 9. An Idea is Born
- 10. Name That Domain • clear & logical beginning, middle, & end • create an opening / hook • write a thesis statement • use transitional words and phrases • maintain the proper text structure • create a conclusion that wraps up loose ends
- 11. Name That Domain • clear & logical beginning, middle, & end • create an opening / hook • write a thesis statement • use transitional words and phrases • maintain the proper text structure • create a conclusion that wraps up loose ends Organization
- 12. • create an exciting opening that grabs the audience’s attention • choose interesting, descriptive, and precise words • ensure that No Two Sentences Start With The Same Word (NTSSWTSW) • Use a variety of strong nouns, adjectives, & adverbs • “Show, Don’t Tell” • Experiment with the rhythms and rhymes of words and phrases • Use a variety of sentence lengths, structures, & types • Take risks with new ways of saying things • Use figurative language Name That Domain
- 13. Name That Domain • create an exciting opening that grabs the audience’s attention • choose interesting, descriptive, and precise words • ensure that No Two Sentences Start With The Same Word (NTSSWTSW) • Use a variety of strong nouns, adjectives, & adverbs • “Show, Don’t Tell” • Experiment with rhythms/rhymes of words/phrases • Use a variety of sentence lengths, structures, & types • Take risks with new ways of saying things • Use figurative language Style
- 14. Name That Domain • Use proper capitalization • Use proper punctuation • Circle words that may not be spelled correctly • Spell high frequency words correctly • Write in complete sentences • Use appropriate grammar • Accurately proofread your writing • Use resources when editing your writing • Indent to create a new paragraph for each new mini- topic • Correctly format text features
- 15. Name That Domain • Use proper capitalization • Use proper punctuation • Circle words that may not be spelled correctly • Spell high frequency words correctly • Write in complete sentences • Use appropriate grammar • Accurately proofread your writing • Use resources when editing your writing • Indent to create a new paragraph for each new mini-topic • Correctly format text features Conventions
- 16. Name That Domain • Use the 5 senses to enhance descriptions • Include text features such as illustrations, captions, diagrams, etc. when appropriate • Include 4-6 sentences in a typical paragraph • Revise the message by adding, removing, moving, or substituting ideas in the text • Use accurate facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, examples, or explanations to examine and convey ideas and information • Include literary elements (characters, setting, plot) • Use purposeful dialogue
- 17. Name That Domain • Use the 5 senses to enhance descriptions • Include text features such as illustrations, captions, diagrams, etc. when appropriate • Include 4-6 sentences in a typical paragraph • Revise the message by adding, removing, moving, or substituting ideas in the text • Use accurate facts, definitions, concrete details, quotations, examples, or explanations to examine and convey ideas and information • Include literary elements (characters, setting, plot) • Use purposeful dialogue Content
- 18. Name That Domain • Use a variety of planning strategies • Draft using a planning graphic organizer that fits with your purpose, mode, and text structure • Clearly and accurately respond to a prompt • Generate a topic with a purpose, mode, audience, and text structure in mind • Generate a title that matches the topic • Remain on-topic throughout the beginning, middle, and end of a piece, maintaining the proper mode • Write in a variety of modes and distinguish between them: Opinion, Informational, Narrative, and Poetry • Maintain a consistent point of view
- 19. Name That Domain • Use a variety of planning strategies • Draft using a planning graphic organizer that fits with your purpose, mode, and text structure • Clearly and accurately respond to a prompt • Generate a topic with a purpose, mode, audience, and text structure in mind • Generate a title that matches the topic • Remain on-topic throughout the beginning, middle, and end of a piece, maintaining the proper mode • Write in a variety of modes and distinguish between them: Opinion, Informational, Narrative, and Poetry • Maintain a consistent point of view Focus
- 20. FOCUS on 5 A Menu-Minded System for Writing Instruction & Assessment ★ What is FOCUS on 5? ★ How do I begin FOCUS on 5 in my classroom?
- 21. FOCUS on 5 Menu
- 22. FOCUS on 5 Wall Menu
- 23. How do I begin FOCUS on 5? ★ Give students writing prompts for the 3 modes of writing: Opinion, Informative, Narrative. ★ Analyze students’ writing to determine Strengths and Goals using the FOCUS on 5 Menu. This is your baseline data!
- 24. Prompt Activity Beginning of the year Friendly Letters - Narrative
- 25. Prompt Activity 1. Read the yellow writing prompt. 2. Use the PA Rubric to determine which domain is a strength for the student and which domain may be an area for growth. Jot down your notes on the Writing Super Star form. 3. Use the FOCUS on 5 Menu to choose a beginning goal for the student. 4. Discuss your results with a partner.
- 26. Kelli’s Notes
- 28. Kelli’s Notes
- 30. Kelli’s Notes
- 31. Analyzing the Baseline Data Whole Group Trends Model with Mentor Texts and Teacher Samples Small Group and Individual Trends Begin/Continue Individual Record Keeping Small Group/Individual Goal- Setting Small Group/Individual Modeling with Mentor Texts and Teacher Samples Analyze new writing and share results
- 32. Whole Group Trends ● Trends emerge from assessing the initial writing prompts ● Model with mentor texts and teacher samples
- 33. Analyze New Writings • After meeting with students in small groups or individual conferences • Students produce new writing with their specific strategy in mind • Share results for students to graph • Students reflect and share their perceived strengths and areas of need
- 34. Continuation of Cycle • New whole group trends may emerge • New small group trends may emerge • New individual goals may be set
- 35. Miscellaneous • Mentor Texts • Writing Process • Writers’ Brain Books • Reading and Writing Handbook • Graphic Organizers
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