Data Tracking and Student Growth, Part III
We have been looking at data tracking and student growth. In Part I, we looked at the importance of a good data tracking system, and in Part II, we discussed three reading assessments I recommend. Today, we will be looking at recording data. There are many ways you...Data Tracking and Student Growth, Part II
In Part I, I wrote about how important it is for teachers to have an efficient data tracking system in place. In Part II, we will look at some of the assessments I use, and how I use them to measure student growth. A few reliable assessments I like to use include: ...The Six Syllable Types: Vowel Teams (Part II)
Vowel Teams are common letter combinations that include at least one vowel. In Part I, I gave a brief overview of Vowel Teams. Below are some examples of Vowel Teams, and how you might see these used in teaching. I hope this helps! ai, ay (wait, train, pay, stay)...The Six Syllable Types: Vowel Teams (Part I)
Vowel Teams are the sixth syllable type we will discuss. Vowel Teams are letter combinations that include at least one vowel. For example, the /ay/ in the first syllable, and the /ea/ in the second syllable of the word “daydream” each make a vowel team. ...The Six Syllable Types: R-Controlled
Continuing on with the six syllable types… R-Controlled Syllables: Have a single vowel followed by an r. -ar, -er, -ir, -or, and –ur. The vowel before the vowel is neither long nor short. If you have been teaching for a bit, you may have heard simple words with...About Me
I am a teacher with a passion to help students succeed and blossom. I love discovering students' learning styles and customizing an individualized education for them. I am a firm believer in differentiation and that one size does not fit all! I have been teaching for 12 years. I hold a teaching credential for grades K-12 and a Master's of Science in Education. Carrie Koftan
