Imagine that a parent sends a note to school stating that she believes writing workshop is a waste of time for beginning writers, since they can't read or spell yet. Respond to this note, including an explanation of what emergent writers learn from early writing experiences and how "errors" should be responded to
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: The response should address how the writer's workshop format covers all aspects of the writing process. Students learn the mechanics of writing, engage in writing, and share their works. They also benefit from "reading" their own writing. Writing content should be valued above "errors" as it fosters writing development, confidence, and fluency. Correcting "errors" or spelling words for students as they write interrupts the flow of ideas and can reinforce bad habits such as waiting for the teacher to spell a new word instead of trying it on your own or waiting for the teacher to "rescue" you by providing ideas.
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"Organizational democracy" essentially means:
a) employees share profits with managers and shareholders in the company. b) workers share real power with bosses such as having influence on personnel policies, long-range planning, and selection of supervisors and new employees. c) organizing work routines into smaller and simpler tasks so mistakes can be reduced on the job. d) allowing workers to vote for union representatives without interference.
The number of students who are homeschooled has risen dramatically since 2000. What are some reasons parents give for homeschooling their children? What effect has the digital revolution had on these parents’ decisions?
What will be an ideal response?
The most important parent involvement in schools is to physically attend school functions
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
A grant is financial aid that is awarded to a student based on what?
A. Work experience B. Financial need C. Credit score D. Academic excellence