Balanced Literacy Balanced Literacy M A R Y R O W L A N D S O N E - PowerPoint PPT Presentation

Balanced Literacy Balanced Literacy M A R Y R O W L A N D S O N E L E M E N T A R Y S CH O O L M A R Y R O W L A N D S O N E L E M E N T A R Y S CH O O L 2 0 13

To create independent readers readers, competent writers, articulate i l speakers, engaged g g listeners, and critical thinkers. The MRE Literacy Mission

What is a Balanced Literacy Model?  A responsive approach to reading and writing instruction that is based on current theory and research  A BALANCE of: A BALANCE of:  Explicit teaching of basic skills AND a literature-based model to cultivate a love of reading. g  Whole-class lessons AND small-group lessons AND 1:1 instruction as needed. eeded.

Becoming a Better Reader?

Our Journey  2010-2013 Professional Development Training Development Training CACD/ Tufts & TLA  2011-2012 Lab Classroom Cohort 1  2012-2013 Lab Classroom Cohort 2  Impact on Student Achievement Achievement

Student Voice

Our Approach to Balanced Literacy  Explicit instruction in reading and writing ead g a d t g strategies  Assessment informs daily  Assessment informs daily instructional planning  Intensive support for  Intensive support for struggling readers and writers  Joyful communities of readers and writers

Workshop Structure Focus Lesson Independent Practice 1:1 Conferences & Small Group Instruction p Group Share

Focus Lesson – Grade 2

Anchor Charts

Anchor Charts

Turn and Talk - Grade 4

Reading Conferences – Grade 3

Reading Conferences – Grade 3

Book Clubs – Grade 5

Looking Ahead  Continued collaboration  Increased visits to Lab Classrooms  Critical feedback shared amongst colleagues  Advanced implementation of small group strategy instruction  Continued support of professional learning and student growth