Assessment criteria is not identified. Activities are developmentally appropriate. Trait being addressed is not clear. Student expectations are clear. Lesson lacks organization.
Presentation needs improvement.
Idea, Conventions Identify methods for encouraging focus and supporting details. Have students illustrate how they can narrow a too big idea into a more focused idea. Select student papers for class discussion. Bring in one or two samples of student writing in which a problem with the trait of Idea inhibits proficiency. Discuss strengths, weaknesses.