Road map to Full implementation

1. Road map to Full implementation English Language Arts Session #1

2. Independent Learning During this session, access the following links, blogs, videos, and articles to explore various aspects of the Common Core Instructional Shifts in English Language Arts . As you explore, record notes, responses, “ah has”, and questions. Think about how these resources may or may not assist in the full implementation of CCSS in your school. Explore, Note, Discuss.

3. Independent Learning During the Tuesday morning session of 2013 EEA, you will have the opportunity to share and discuss your notes, impressions, questions, and learning with other instructional leaders. Bring your notes tomorrow. Explore, Note, Discuss.

4. Session Timing (90 Minutes) To effectively structure this session…. Spend approximately 30-40 minutes reviewing and exploring the selected MSDE Unit Model. read the unit overview access the unit calendar read one lesson plan and one lesson seed Use the rest of the allotted time to explore and read the electronic articles and resources.

5. Resource Exploration Session #1 Elementary School • msde.blackboard.com – curriculum resources - Grade 5 Unit 2 Earth – A Fine Balance http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/dec12/vol70/num04/Closing-in-on-Close-Reading.aspxJot down “ah has” you had after reading this article. What points might you share with colleagues? • http://www.shanahanonliteracy.com/2013/03/why-discussions-of-close-reading-sounds_2091.html Explore Shanahan’s Blog about Close Reading myths. • https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/analyzing-text-as-a-group Watch how these students discuss texts. What skills are evident?

6. Resource Exploration Session #1continued http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nznO1BMtahw– Describe the CC instructional shifts you see in this lesson. Is this type of lesson applicable to other grades? How might the lesson be adjusted? http://www.burkinsandyaris.comVisit the “Favorites” section and find a blog or two you’d like to share/discuss/argue with others. • http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/curriculum/2013/04/the_new_york_times_defends_com.html- Identify key ideas that might assist in implementing Common Core? • https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/student-run-lessonWatch how these students take ownership of their learning. What skills are necessary in order to participate? Elementary School

7. Resource Exploration Session #1 • msde.blackboard.com–Curriculum Resources - Grade 8 Unit 2 – Overcoming Societal Challenges http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/dec12/vol70/num04/Closing-in-on-Close-Reading.aspxConcepts in this article span the grade levels. Jot down your “ah has”. What points might you share with colleagues? • http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/curriculum/2013/04/the_new_york_times_defends_com.html- Identify key ideas that might assist in implementing Common Core? • http://www.shanahanonliteracy.com/2013/03/why-discussions-of-close-reading-sounds_2091.html Explore Shanahan’s Blog about Close Reading myths. Middle School

8. Resource Exploration Session #1 continued Middle School https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/build-student-vocabulary?fd=1This clip demonstrates a quick vocabulary technique. How is vocabulary developed in your school? https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/literary-analysis-toolThis clip demonstrates another example of deeper reading/teaching. • https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/descriptive-details-sensory-language - After viewing this clip, read the discussion prompts and comments made by others. What aspects of CCSS are conveyed in this short clip? • http://www.burkinsandyaris.comVisit the “Favorites” section. Find a blog or two you’d like to share/discuss with others.

9. Resource Exploration Session #1 continued • msde.blackboard.com- Curriculum Resources - Grade 9 Unit 2 Model – Author’s Craft • http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/dec12/vol70/num04/Closing-in-on-Close-Reading.aspxJot down “ah has” you had after reading this article. What points might you share with colleagues? • http://www.shanahanonliteracy.com/2013/03/why-discussions-of-close-reading-sounds_2091.html Explore Shanahan’s Blog about Close Reading myths. • http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/curriculum/2013/04/the_new_york_times_defends_com.html- Identify key ideas that might assist in implementing Common Core? High School

10. Resource Exploration Session #1 continued https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/share-common-core-with-studentsWhat is worthy about this practice? Is it important or not to share standards with students? How might this practice be beneficial to students? https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/build-student-vocabulary?fd=1This clip demonstrates a quick vocabulary technique. How is vocabulary developed in your class, other course in your school? https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/literary-analysis-toolThis clip demonstrates another example of deeper reading/teaching. • https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/12th-grade-text-analysis-lesson • Watch how this teacher leads students through an analysis of symbols using text evidence. http://www.burkinsandyaris.comVisit the “Favorites” section and find a blog or two you’d like to share/discuss with others. High School

11. Independent Learning Remember, tomorrow you will have the opportunity to share and discuss your notes, impressions, questions, and learning with other instructional leaders. Bring your notes tomorrow. Explore, Note, Discuss.