TC ELA Strategies
What is the main goal of using mini-lessons in reading workshops?
To focus on a specific reading strategy or skill
How does the i-Ready Classroom Mathematics series help students transition from concrete to abstract mathematical concepts?
By incorporating manipulatives, visual models, and scaffolding to bridge understanding.
What does the “E” in STEAM stand for?
Engineering
What is one goal of teaching social studies in elementary school?
To help students understand their roles as informed and responsible citizens
What does the term “differentiated instruction” mean?
Adapting teaching methods to meet the diverse needs of learners.
Name one strategy to enhance student comprehension during read-alouds.
Asking open-ended questions and engaging in active discussions about the text.
What are the three main areas assessed by the i-Ready Diagnostic?
Numbers and operations, algebra and algebraic thinking, and measurement and geometry.
What is the primary focus of NGSS in science instruction?
Engaging students in three-dimensional learning: disciplinary core ideas, science practices, and crosscutting concepts.
What is a primary source in history?
An original document or artifact from the time being studied.
Name a strategy for increasing student engagement in the classroom.
Incorporating hands-on activities or real-world applications.
What are mentor texts, and how are they used in writing workshops?
Mentor texts are exemplary writings used as models to teach students about structure, style, and techniques.
What is one way the i-Ready series promotes math discourse in the classroom?
By providing sentence stems, reasoning prompts, and opportunities for partner or group discussions.
Give one example of a STEAM activity related to physical science.
Building a model
For example: Building and testing bridges to understand forces and motion.
Name one strategy to teach geography to young learners.
Using interactive maps or globes to explore locations and features.
What is the role of reflection in effective teaching?
To assess what worked well and identify areas for improvement.
What is the role of conferring during a workshop?
To provide individualized feedback and support tailored to each student’s needs.
How does the i-Ready Classroom Mathematics series align with the Standards for Mathematical Practice (SMPs)?
It focuses on problem-solving, reasoning, modeling, and perseverance through tasks aligned with SMPs.
What are “phenomena” in NGSS-based teaching?
Observable events used to drive student inquiry and exploration.
What does the term “civic engagement” mean?
Actively participating in activities that benefit the community and democracy.
What’s the universal teacher code for “I need coffee now”?
“Let’s take a 5-minute break.”
What are the main components of a reading mini-lesson?
connection, explicit teach, active engagement, and link
What features of the i-Ready support our advanced learners?
Enrichment tasks, extension problems, and project-based learning activities.
Name one way to integrate STEAM with literacy instruction.
Using claim evidence and reasoning to teach content and literacy skills.
Name one way to integrate social studies with literacy instruction.
Using historical fiction or biographies to teach content and literacy skills.
What’s the one sound that makes every teacher’s soul leave their body?
The screech of a chair being dragged across the floor.