[LIT] quick assessments

[Melinda Haynes]

I am interested in finding and implementing several "quick check"-type assessment of reading and writing.  For example, if I have taught a mini-lesson on predictions, I might have the students write predictions prior to the indep. reading that day, and provide evidence for their predictions on the back of the card.  During indep reading, I can go around and "quick check" to see who may benefit from invitational groups, etc.

I would love to hear other ideas of ways to quick check student's independent level of practice regarding any strategies associated with reading or writing you might use in your classrooms.

Thanks!

"My heart is singing for joy this morning.  A miracle has happened!  The light of understanding has shone upon my little pupil's mind, and behold, all things have changed."
--Anne Sullivan
 
Melinda Hawkins
5th Grade LA/SS
McCulloch Intermediate School
Highland Park ISD
(214) 780-2325
haynesm at hpisd.org