Knowledge and Skills Statement
Composition: listening, speaking, reading, writing, and thinking using multiple texts--genres. The student uses genre characteristics and craft to compose multiple texts that are meaningful.
Demonstrated Proficiency of ELA.K.11.A
Use a checklist or anecdotal notes during small-group or one-on-one conferences to keep track of whether students are dictating or composing literary texts, including personal narratives.
An observational rubric can be used.
Sample rubric:
1) The student does not dictate or compose literary texts, including personal narratives.
2) The student inconsistently dictates or compose literary texts, including personal narratives, with adult assistance.
3) The student inconsistently dictates or composes literary texts, including personal narratives, independently.
4) The student consistently dictates or composes literary texts, including personal narratives, independently.
Supporting Information for ELA.K.11.A
Research
Graham, S., Bollinger, A., Booth Olson, C., D’Aoust, C., MacArthur, C., McCutchen, D., & Olinghouse, N. (2012).Teaching elementary school students to be effective writers: A practice guide (NCEE 2012–4058). Washington, DC: National Center for Education Evaluation and Regional Assistance, Institute of Education Sciences, U.S. Department of Education. Retrieved from https://ies.ed.gov/ncee/wwc/Docs/PracticeGuide/writing_pg_062612.pdf
Summary: The four recommendations in the WWC practice guide, Teaching Elementary School Students to Be Effective Writers, encourage teachers to help students use writing flexibly and effectively in communicating their ideas.