Describe the behavior of a student who has become an independent learner
Assignment 6
Required Readings
Gradual Release of Responsibility: I Do, We Do, You Do
The gradual release of responsibility (also known as I do, we do, you do) is a teaching strategy that includes demonstration, prompt, and practice. This article provides a good overview.
Better Learning Through Structured Teaching: A Framework for the Gradual Release of Responsibility, 2nd Edition – Chapter 1. Learning, or Not Learning, in School
As you read this chapter, consider why it may be named “Learning, or Not Learning, in School”. Do you have students coming to school every day who may not be learning?
Required Videos
Gradual Release Model
Watch this nine (9) minute video as an overview of the Gradual Release Model.
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Gradual Release of Responsibility
This article details the elements of the Gradual Release Model.
Supplemental Readings for Special Education Teachers
The following resources are provided to give supplemental support for special education teachers. As well, the information may be helpful for all teachers who teach students who struggle with reading. Although the articles are not tested on the session quiz, the information will provide additional insight for the assignments within the session.
Specialized Instruction for Students with Disabilities
This article describes the purposes for and principles of specialized learning.
Supporting All Students in Reading and Writing Workshop
This article provides tips for supporting all students in a workshop setting.
Assignment Directions
For this week’s assignment, you will write a personal, reflective response (much like a journal entry) on the topic of GRR (Gradual Release of Responsibility). Reflective writing is a great way to process what you’ve read and develop your understanding of the text. You are able to clarify your thoughts on what you have read or viewed, solidify your reactions to and opinions on the text, and organize your thoughts. As you respond, you will question, relate, and interpret information to gain new understandings. Be sure to reference the readings for this session in your response. Keep in mind that this type of writing is more informal than an essay. Some describe it as “stream of consciousness.”
As you’ve learned in this session, the gradual release of responsibility model of instruction stipulates that the teacher moves from assuming all the responsibility for performing a task to a situation in which the students assume all of the responsibility. For this personal, reflective writing, address each of the following:
Describe effective teacher behaviors that result in an independent student learner.
Describe the behavior of a student who has become an independent learner.
Follow the steps below to complete this assignment:
Create a new document of your choosing (Word, Google Docs, Open Office – anything that can be saved/exported to PDF format).
Compose a Reflective Writing Response addressing the two guiding thoughts listed above.
Be sure to use the rubric and always cite at least 3 of the professional readings directly to support your statements.
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