Reading Reflection #9



1. Description of a method of understanding prior-knowledge of students

A method that can gauge a students prior knowledge is the use of a KWL chart which asks the students what they know, what they don't know, and what they wish to learn about the topic.


2. Discussion on the importance of establishing anchors for a project.

By establishing an anchor for students you are getting an idea of where the students starting points are and where they are going in the project as they work to meet their learning goals. Differentiated instruction gives the students the opportunity to help reach these goals.


3. Description of several ways to assess what students learned during the project.

A way to assess if students have indeed learned during the project is to develop an online grade book. This way of assessment allows the teacher to measure the students progress across several categories. Students, parents, and teachers all have access to this assessment data, creating opportunities for meaningful conversations about the students achievement.


4. Discussion on how concepts in this chapter relate to your topic/project.

A concept that relates to my project is the use of anchors to gauge where students are at. They can be used as a KWL chart or a simple question to them about experience with exercise and staying healthy. Students who are not familiar with exercises are encouraged to look up exercises that they would be interested in and learn about it.