Simplify your grading with these four tips
Comprehensible Input Robyn F. Comprehensible Input Robyn F.

Simplify your grading with these four tips

Grading student work is one of those tasks that always seems to pile up, doesn't it? I often find myself putting it off, only to end up with a mountain of assignments to tackle. I'd much rather spend my time creating new materials and activities for my students. Over the years, I've found some strategies that have helped me simplify and speed up the grading process. Here are five tips that might help you streamline your grading too.

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Assessment in a CI Classroom
Comprehensible Input, Assessment Robyn F. Comprehensible Input, Assessment Robyn F.

Assessment in a CI Classroom

“But, I don’t know French!”

I used to hear this from students ALL. THE. TIME. especially during a test. I felt so frustrated because that was what all of the flashcards and worksheets were supposed to be adding up to - actually getting to use the language. This is where Acquisition-Driven Instruction, Comprehensible Input, and aligning my assessments to my goals for students came into the picture. Today, my assessments are task-based and reflect how I teach and how I want my students to be able to use the language.

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Cultivating a Love for Reading: Introducing Free Reading to Middle School Students
Comprehensible Input, Reading Robyn F. Comprehensible Input, Reading Robyn F.

Cultivating a Love for Reading: Introducing Free Reading to Middle School Students

In this blog post, we’ll explore a twist on introducing Free Reading through book “speed dating” with middle school students. Learn how to guide students through a process of book selection, assessment, and reflection, and help to cultivate essential reading habits while igniting a passion for literature. From building reading stamina to fostering autonomy in book selection, this method offers a dynamic way to nurture lifelong readers in the classroom.

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How to Unlock the Power of Chat Mats to Support Conversation and Comprehension

How to Unlock the Power of Chat Mats to Support Conversation and Comprehension

I could see it in their eyes. Confusion, boredom, and a slight hint of ‘when does this class end’. My heart beat a too-fast rhythm as I struggled to ask questions my students would understand about Thanksgiving foods and activities. How would I get through this?

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