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Tuning through Collaboration

This document outlines the Tuning Protocol, a structured method for educators to refine their lessons in English Language Arts and Mathematics. Designed for use in collaborative writing teams, the protocol fosters constructive feedback through peer editing. The process takes 25-30 minutes for lessons and 12-15 minutes for assessments. Key steps include reviewing lesson plans, discussing improvements, and responding to feedback. This method emphasizes clarity in communication, standards alignment, and team contracts, promoting an environment of continuous improvement in teaching.

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Tuning through Collaboration

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  1. Tuning through Collaboration English Language Arts and Mathematics Model Curriculum Writing Team July 6, 2004

  2. Japanese Lesson Study A Lesson Is Like a Swiftly Flowing River

  3. Tuning Protocol A formalized way to get feedback on a work in progress. • Peer editing • Enables work to be refined before it is field tested • Process can be completed in 25-30 minutes for lessons 12-15 minutes for assessments

  4. Tuning Protocol - Roles • Timekeeper • Tunee – lesson writer • Tuner – writing members

  5. Tuning Protocol-Step 1 Tuner Review (4-5 minutes) • Tuner distributes copies of the lesson to each member of the team. • Each member silently reads the lesson and jots notes or questions

  6. Tuning Protocol-Step 2 Overview (1 minute) • Writer gives overview of lesson and explains decisions • Members listen

  7. Tuning Protocol-Step 3 Clarification (1 minute) • Members ask writer clarifying questions “What do you mean by…” “Could you reword….” “How is the class arranged?” • No discussion is allowed

  8. Tuning Protocol-Step 4 Discussion (4-5 minutes) • Writer listens and takes notes as members discuss revisions • Feedback Positive Points Questions that arise regarding -standards alignment -accurate content and process -clarity in direction

  9. Tuning Protocol-Step 5 Response (2-3 minutes) • Tuner responds to feedback about changes and new insights • Asks clarifying questions for revision

  10. Tuning Protocol NOTE: Group feedback may be used at the writer’s discretion

  11. Tuning Protocol What does collaboration look like? What does collaboration sound like?

  12. Tuning Protocol • Team Contract or Rubric • Self-reflection

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