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I have not received any discussions since Bonita's post a few days ago. Have I done something wrong:) Jeanette Hayden asdk12 ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] DRA
One more question...does this "no response" mean NOONE is on line with DRA? Is it very new? And TC (Dah) Teachers College does sound a bit familiar. Thank you for clarification. Jeanette On 10/10/07 7:20 PM, "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Jeanette, > You just got in between posts DRA is the assessment > TC is Teachers College at Columbia University. > The post was in reference to how TC advises using DRA levels with small > groups > > > > ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com > ___ > Mosaic mailing list > Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org > To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to > http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. > > Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. > ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] DRA
Thank you. On 10/10/07 7:20 PM, "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Jeanette, > You just got in between posts DRA is the assessment > TC is Teachers College at Columbia University. > The post was in reference to how TC advises using DRA levels with small > groups > > > > ** See what's new at http://www.aol.com > ___ > Mosaic mailing list > Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org > To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to > http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. > > Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. > ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
[MOSAIC] DRA
Help!! I feel I missed something important here. What is DRA TC? I had asked about the on line service...as you take a Running record of the student's reading, what ever marks you make (miscues the children make), are recorded on a pen like device and once you connect this pen to your computer a report is generated. This looked like it might be a district buy in. Anyone involved? Thanks. I hate to be so uninformed. Jeanette Oh there's a difference... much more exacting in the retelling part and of course at the primary level you've got the new version of timed text ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
[MOSAIC] DRA
Hello Everyone, Does anyone out there have the DRA2 on line? I just got the new kit and I am so curious about the ability to transfer the student info onto the computer. It seems to me that it is probably a District buy in. Also, after viewing the texts, I don't see a a lot of difference except for the non fiction additions at the transitional, independent, levels and the inclusion of word analysis. Would love to hear from people using the new kit and the on line service...plus any other insights. I have not actually used it with my kids yet. Thank you. Jeanette AK ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] RTI
What is RTI and could you please explain the tiering system further. Thanks. J.Hayden On 10/6/07 6:40 PM, "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > My district started investigating RTI last year and we are using the tiering > system this year. I'm an AIS reading teacher. ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] spelling lists
I believe phonics is a "avalueable tool" in learning how to spell. SOME of the rules do stick when you are trying to spell words, like...i before e except after c. "Real Reading", for me, means comprehending and deeper understanding of the written message. Over emphasis of phonics can create "word readers". These kiddos can decode words with ease, but have not a clue as to the meaning of what they have just read. I guess the term "mastered by most" is key. One size does not fit all. J. Hayden K-2 AK -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] on behalf of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Mon 9/24/2007 3:16 PM To: mosaic@literacyworkshop.org Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] spelling lists I did not "get" phonics when I was learning to read...but I was a great reader anyway. I think that is why I don't see the point of insisting that all students learn through phonics. However, I have taught some students who needed the "rules" to learn to read. Keep in mind that it is a means to an end; it can be easily tested and mastered by most students. And then it is a valuable tool in learning to do "real" reading. But comprehension is not easily taught or mastered... it is a process... and it is more challenging to teach...and?to measure. Cathy K-5 DE -Original Message- From: Bill Roberts <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Mosaic: A Reading Comprehension Strategies Email Group Sent: Sun, 23 Sep 2007 1:15 pm Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] spelling lists > In a message dated 9/20/2007 5:42:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, > [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > > By the way, I hate phonics. Could that be because that is not how I was > taught? Or maybe because I moved ten times in six years and each school > district > did something different? Or maybe because it feels inauthentic? > Phonics is no different than any other skill. The problem is some people don't stop and think about when and where teaching these skills are appropriate or no longer needed. Phonics is great for K-3 for children learning to recognize words and word sounds, but once they've learned it, there's no need to beat a dead horse. Same can be said for just about anything: AR is great for a kid who doesn't read because it makes the kid readonce he or she finds an author or genre they enjoy, they should be left to discover for themselves the fun in readingnot forced to read for points. I'm teaching mostly advanced classes this year, but too many of them think reading is only about points. That's not a fault of the program, but a fault of the teaching. Fluency is important for someone who reads one word at a time because it teaches them to group words in patterns that make sense, once a child "gets it" there's no need to pound in their heads, but many teachers confuse the act with the skill. Too many teachers think fluency is about speed or AR is about points. They are about helping kids. The same thing happens with the reading strategies. Some teach, for example, "visualization" and will spend a few lessons on the concept, but that isn't teaching for visualization. Many teachers think that if they give the idea to the kids, the kids will asorb it somehow. That's that "empty vessel waiting to be filled" philosophy that has permeated education since the dawn of timethat's one of the few pluses of state tests and collecting datayou can gear instruction for individual needs and weaknesses; if you truly teach a strategy, then it will become second nature. The teaching materials / lessons / programs / etc. are only as good as the teacher Bill ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. Email and AIM finally together. You've gotta check out free AOL Mail! - http://mail.aol.com ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] HS Alternative School Help
Janet Allen, "There's Room for Me Here: Workshop in the Middle School" and "It's Never Too Late: Leading Adolescents to Lifelong Literacy" Stenhouse Publishers Wonderful resource for middle and high school teachers, literacy across the content areas. Jeanette Hayden Reading Specialist K-12 Mentor Teacher Anchorage School District On 8/28/07 12:23 PM, "Ann Jernigan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: >> Our alternative school teacher is in his 2nd year with our district >> and had great success with getting kids through their GED exams >> last year. However, that is not enough for him. He is very >> concerned that many are reading at a 4th/5th grade reading level >> and wants to help them. I know many of you are elementary on this >> listserve, but just wondered if there is any one out there with >> recommendations/ suggestions for these high school students who >> have so seldom seen success in reading. I know, don't we all wish >> we had the magic bullet >> > > Ann Jernigan > Literacy Coach K-12 > Webb City R-7 Schools > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > > > > ___ > Mosaic mailing list > Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org > To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to > http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. > > Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. > ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] Toolkit
The believe the toolkit is due out in Jan. 08. On 8/3/07 12:04 PM, "[EMAIL PROTECTED]" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have heard it is coming out in the fall, around November? But when I > called Heinemann in the spring, they knew nothing about it. > Carol > >> Is the primary toolkit out yet? >> >> >> - Original Message - >> From: "Beverlee Paul" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> >> To: >> Sent: Thursday, August 02, 2007 21:41 >> Subject: Re: [MOSAIC] Toolkit >> >> >>> Heinemann Publishers >>> >>> Original Message Follows >>> From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >>> Reply-To: "Mosaic: A Reading Comprehension Strategies Email >>> Group" >>> To: mosaic@literacyworkshop.org >>> Subject: [MOSAIC] Toolkit >>> Date: Thu, 02 Aug 2007 22:05:56 -0400 >>> >>> Hello to everyone!? I've been reading your posts and immensely enjoying >>> your >>> discussions.? I am a little confused about the Tool Kit that some of you >>> mentioned that had been ordered for you.? Where can these be found? >>> Thanks, >>> Robin >>> >>> >>> AOL now offers free email to everyone. Find out more about what's free >>> from >>> AOL at AOL.com. >>> ___ >>> Mosaic mailing list >>> Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org >>> To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to >>> http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. >>> >>> Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. >>> >>> _ >>> Messenger Café - open for fun 24/7. Hot games, cool activities served >>> daily. >>> Visit now. http://cafemessenger.com?ocid=TXT_TAGHM_AugHMtagline >>> >>> >>> >> >> >> - >> --- >> >> >>> ___ >>> Mosaic mailing list >>> Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org >>> To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to >>> http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. >>> >>> Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. >>> >>> >> >> >> ___ >> Mosaic mailing list >> Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org >> To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to >> http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. >> >> Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. >> >> > > > > ___ > Mosaic mailing list > Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org > To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to > http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. > > Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. > ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] Special Picture Book "Basket"
Most definitely, I have special baskets for my MOT strategy books and my 6traits writing. I model (repeatedly) how to replace these books in these "Special" baskets for students who feel they must get another look. I too try to have two copies (don't for all of them) and display my read alouds/mini lessons on a separate book shelf in library display holders. On 8/1/07 4:58 PM, "Debbie Goodis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Are there any books that you save for some lessons ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] web sites
I am really interested in creating a web site. Actually, I am being encouraged to do so. I have visited so many wonderful sites and I am curious as to the purpose??? Are these sites created for parent education or for teacher information. Some are s elaborated that they totally intimidating me. Any advice? Hayden/AK On 7/30/07 9:56 PM, "Debbie Goodis" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > Do you mean beside purchasing your own domain? We pay only 4 dollars a month > for ours for two sites. Let me know if you want info. ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
Re: [MOSAIC] Student teacher question/immature students
I have been a mentor for the vast state of Alaska and deal with this issue continually. This is a flaw in our system. Teachers claim, "I've paid my dues", and then the new, young teacher gets the tough class. My advice is to be honest with your administrator and point out the fact you are dealing with multiple issues, new to the profession. Emphasis on PROFESSION! A new teacher should never be given a challenge class and if it was unavoidable, much support should have been offered. Hayden/AK [EMAIL PROTECTED] On 7/28/07 2:29 PM, "Joy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I'm reading this thread with great interest, because in 2002 I had a class of > third grade students who started K when they were barely 4. Many of them > turned 7 just before starting 3rd grade. Behavior problems of all sorts. This > was my first full year teaching, and I almost quit for good. (The previous > year I had filled in for a fifth grade class that had chased several teachers > away.) > > Looking back on the experience, I believe the kids who were so hard to > handle were reacting to being over challenged for their abilities, but I was > trying to follow the pacing guide, as directed. I was a new teacher, and > needed more help with differentiation. I definitely think that a slower pace > that spanned 2 years would have been better for them. > > Why do schools give such challenging classes to new teachers? What can new > teachers do when they find themselves in this situation that won't get them > fired or given poor evaluations? We can't afford to lose new teachers, and I > fear this practice is what makes for such a high turnover in new teachers, and > keeps otherwise qualified people shy away from teaching. > > > Joy/NC/4 > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > How children learn is as important as what they learn: process and content > go hand in hand. http://www.responsiveclassroom.org > > > > > > > > > > > > - > Be a better Globetrotter. Get better travel answers from someone who knows. > Yahoo! Answers - Check it out. > ___ > Mosaic mailing list > Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org > To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to > http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. > > Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive. > ___ Mosaic mailing list Mosaic@literacyworkshop.org To unsubscribe or modify your membership please go to http://literacyworkshop.org/mailman/options/mosaic_literacyworkshop.org. Search the MOSAIC archives at http://snipurl.com/MosaicArchive.
