Before reading or viewing, have students look at titles, illustrations, and diagrams to predict content, and then discuss their predictions as a class. As they read or view the material, ask them to note the accuracy of their predictions. Assessment focusses on their repertoire of skills and strategies, their abilities to select and use these for specific purposes, and the insight they show through self-assessment. After each practice activity, have students add to an ongoing list of the skills and strategies that they are developing. Ask them to include brief descriptions of each, comments about which purposes, formats, media, or processes they have used, and examples of how and when they have used each.
Students can keep their lists as charts, glossaries, notes in their notebooks, or as computer files.
Offer feedback through written comments or individual or group conferences. Assess the content and organization of students' note taking. The footer section includes contact information, navigation buttons, and a link to the Ministry of Education Home Page. Copyright 1996 . All Rights Reserved.