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Re: 6 Traits DVD
Posted by Lane on 6/16/08
Would this be useful for 7th and 8th grade curriculum?
On 6/12/08, Lori C wrote:
> Our District has decided to adopt the 6 + 1 Traits of
> Writing Program, but because of budget issues no
> professional development will be provided. I spoke with
> my building principal and she's letting me head up a
> teacher study group. So far I have at least one treacher
> from each grade (ECSC through 5th) except for 4th grade.
> We already have the DVDs (and study guide) for the 3rd &
> up grades and our curriculum coach has ordered the k-2
> version.
>
> In preparation for the first meeting (in August) I've had
> a chance to watch the first DVD. It is wonderful!!! Also
> make an effort to check out the nwrel.org site. I printed
> out several writing samples WITH the scores and comments.
> I'm going to copy them with the scores hidden so we can
> give ourselves plenty of practice in scoring.
>
> If you're confused about where to start, getting those
> DVDs, if your District can't afford to bring in
> facilitators, is the way to go!!!
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