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Dr. P. David Pearson: Implementing the CCSS: Comprehension, Close Reading, and the Common Core
Although Pearson acknowledges he’s had reservations about the implementation of the CCSS, he takes the time to outline specifically what he likes about the standards. You can see the list in the image below and by viewing the video presentation … Continue reading
Posted in Close Reading, Professional Development
Tagged CCSS, Close Reading, Common Core, comprehension, Pearson, questions, schema
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Literacy Unit Project Begins
Third through 5th grade teachers, from throughout Washoe County, gathered to begin work on developing Literacy Units for their respective grades. Session 1 focused on building a strong understanding on the research governing the Common Core Reading Standards and models … Continue reading
Posted in Professional Development
Tagged CCSS, Common Core, Literacy Units, Pearson, PowerPoint, Shanahan
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Classroom Discussions around Text
In the video linked here, Dr. David Pearson describes the value of strong classroom discussions around text. He posits that there are three elements of strong classroom discourse which include 1) Selecting texts worth discussing 2) Planning discussion questions and … Continue reading
Insights about the CCSS
In the December/January issue of Educational Leadership, educational experts share their opinions about the Common Core (graphic). Among the insights: The Common Core movement is not a reversal of NCLB, but the next step on a journey toward close, critical … Continue reading
Posted in Common Core State Standards
Tagged CCSS, Common Core State Standards, Educational Leadership, Hiebert, insights, Pearson, Rothman
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Core Task Project 