FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT TOOL —\ Best Practices that Support Students with Name: Ashlynn Nowell Grade LeveliSubject Area: 3rd Lesson Topic:_Vatious. »\ Language Needs -"/ Observation Tool Mentor: DeAnn Cart Date: Cver time ‘Content Standard:_Various * Vocabulary instruction ‘STudents read, write, discuss using academic vocabulary during instruction. ‘Students refer back to the text for key vocabulary and definitions through out lessons ‘Math words are posted along with non-liguistic representations of the definition Explicit forms of academic English ‘Academic vocabulary is expected from all students. Language frames for ‘complex talk are available for students to use. « Models, visuals, graphic organizers ‘Technology is used during the instruction, which include smartboard, document camera, and multimedia, Pictures along with a graphic organizer is displayed showing the water cycle. Visuals are used frequently (visual for fraction arnounts) * Bridging from prior knowledge ‘Ashlynn begins lesson with a review of previous content that connects (0 the new learning of the day, Guided interaction ‘Students frequently work in pairs to discuss and complete assignments. Ashlynn uses the think-pait-share structure through out lessons and across, curriculum areas, ‘She circulates around the room and supports students with various needs. ‘She models and has students practice often. During direct instruction she uses think alouds. * Assessment that White boards and student responses are used as formative assessment during instruction, Ashlyan uses the summative assessment her AC develops for lesson. thematic instruction informs instruction planning ‘Ashiynn and her AC develop unis of study around abig ea, Students are supported with various scaffolds such as language fames when + Meaningful content, appropriate ‘The Content presented is on grade level Respect for home language and culture Letters home are available in Hmong and Spanish fer students, Ashlynn is interested and celebrates student differences including the variety of culture and language within her room. She expects her students to accept these differences and celebrate them as well.