Sitting on the floor of a primary classroom, watching Debbie Miller lead a reading workshop, I am reminded of the importance of a student-led classroom. It all comes down to either embracing the thinking and work of students or embracing standardized test prep. It's either empowering students or it's empowering the test. I am renewed… Continue reading Ruth’s Slice: Debbie Miller Observation!
Tag: standardized tests
Little Notes at Standardized Testing Time
Well-wish letters Originally uploaded by teachergal This morning was Day 1 of the NECAP (New England Common Assessment Program) Reading Test. Since I was up way before dawn, I decided to write each of my kids a little note. I put each one in a small envelope, put my "This was made for you by..."… Continue reading Little Notes at Standardized Testing Time

