-Reading Lab
Disclosure Statement 2016-17
Mrs. Baldwin
[email protected]
READ 180 COURSE Description: Read 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of students whose reading achievement is below the proficient level. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive and instructional software, high-interest literature, and direct instruction in reading and writing skills. The following outlines the details of class requirements and expectations for all students taking Read 180.
Classroom Expectations and Rules:
-Follow Directions Quickly
-Respect others right to learn
CLASS Goals: All students in this class will: Improve reading comprehension and writing skills.
CURRICULUM/CLASS CONTENT: The main curriculum used is Scholastic's Read 180 program. Read 180 is a reading and writing intervention program that aims to raise student reading and writing levels, as well as academic achievement. It includes the following components: Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) The Scholastic Reading Inventory is a computer-based test that assesses student reading level for program placement. The students will take the test several times throughout the year to measure progress.
Computer Procedures: Students use topics on the computer to practice reading comprehension, spelling, proofreading and word attack skills. Each topic guides the students through a variety of activities including a video, the Reading Zone, Word Zone and Spelling Zone. Students must complete activities in each zone in order to reach the Success Zone and move to the next reading passage. Students will be expected to: 1. Sit in the assigned area. 2. Log on as soon as they get to the computer. Computers are to be used at the desk. 3. Work in each zone (reading, word, and spelling zones) 4. You will not be able to get into the Success Zone until you master all 3 zones. 5. Make sure you read clearly and fluently into the microphone. 6. Other than recording your passages and words, there should be NO TALKING. If students have questions or problems, they must raise their hand. 7. STAY ON READ 180. YOU DON’T HAVE PERMISSION TO GO TO ANYTHING ELSE, UNLESS DIRECTED TO DO SO. 8. Do not play with or adjust backgrounds or settings on the computer. NEVER touch anyone else’s equipment.10. Log off quickly and be ready to move.
40 Book Reading Challenge: 40 books by May 2016
Your goal is to read 40 books from various genres.
Reading Area Procedures: (Audio and Paperback Books) Students select books and chart their progress in a reading log. Writing activities accompany each book, and students complete them as they are reading.
Make sure to fill out your reading Response log EVERY TIME. It will be graded weekly. Comments/notes must be specific information about what you have read. If a student is absent, they are responsible for writing absent in their log.
Small and whole group (Mini-Lessons/Quizzes Teacher-led mini-lessons focus on reading strategies and skill practices, and quizzes are given to gauge student understanding. Students are expected to: 1. Have their, notebook, folder, and pencil. 2. Participate and follow directions of teacher.
CLASSROOM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 1. Upon entering class, you should get your supplies for class (chrome book, reading book, notebook, folder, and pencil) and go immediately to your seat.
SUPPLIES NEEDED Pencils, paper, and book of choice to read (books will be available in classroom).
Homework: Reading in conjunction with their Language Arts goal: 1000 pages/8 books per quarter:Book Scale: 100-199= 1 book/ 200-349= 2 books / 350-449= 3 books / 450-599= 4 books/ 600-699= 5 books/ 700-799= 6 books/ 800-999= 7 books/ 1000 + 8 books.
GRADING CRITERIA
-Percentages from the various reading zones
Disclosure Statement 2016-17
Mrs. Baldwin
[email protected]
READ 180 COURSE Description: Read 180 is an intensive reading intervention program designed to meet the needs of students whose reading achievement is below the proficient level. The program directly addresses individual needs through adaptive and instructional software, high-interest literature, and direct instruction in reading and writing skills. The following outlines the details of class requirements and expectations for all students taking Read 180.
Classroom Expectations and Rules:
-Follow Directions Quickly
-Respect others right to learn
CLASS Goals: All students in this class will: Improve reading comprehension and writing skills.
CURRICULUM/CLASS CONTENT: The main curriculum used is Scholastic's Read 180 program. Read 180 is a reading and writing intervention program that aims to raise student reading and writing levels, as well as academic achievement. It includes the following components: Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) The Scholastic Reading Inventory is a computer-based test that assesses student reading level for program placement. The students will take the test several times throughout the year to measure progress.
Computer Procedures: Students use topics on the computer to practice reading comprehension, spelling, proofreading and word attack skills. Each topic guides the students through a variety of activities including a video, the Reading Zone, Word Zone and Spelling Zone. Students must complete activities in each zone in order to reach the Success Zone and move to the next reading passage. Students will be expected to: 1. Sit in the assigned area. 2. Log on as soon as they get to the computer. Computers are to be used at the desk. 3. Work in each zone (reading, word, and spelling zones) 4. You will not be able to get into the Success Zone until you master all 3 zones. 5. Make sure you read clearly and fluently into the microphone. 6. Other than recording your passages and words, there should be NO TALKING. If students have questions or problems, they must raise their hand. 7. STAY ON READ 180. YOU DON’T HAVE PERMISSION TO GO TO ANYTHING ELSE, UNLESS DIRECTED TO DO SO. 8. Do not play with or adjust backgrounds or settings on the computer. NEVER touch anyone else’s equipment.10. Log off quickly and be ready to move.
40 Book Reading Challenge: 40 books by May 2016
Your goal is to read 40 books from various genres.
Reading Area Procedures: (Audio and Paperback Books) Students select books and chart their progress in a reading log. Writing activities accompany each book, and students complete them as they are reading.
Make sure to fill out your reading Response log EVERY TIME. It will be graded weekly. Comments/notes must be specific information about what you have read. If a student is absent, they are responsible for writing absent in their log.
Small and whole group (Mini-Lessons/Quizzes Teacher-led mini-lessons focus on reading strategies and skill practices, and quizzes are given to gauge student understanding. Students are expected to: 1. Have their, notebook, folder, and pencil. 2. Participate and follow directions of teacher.
CLASSROOM POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 1. Upon entering class, you should get your supplies for class (chrome book, reading book, notebook, folder, and pencil) and go immediately to your seat.
SUPPLIES NEEDED Pencils, paper, and book of choice to read (books will be available in classroom).
Homework: Reading in conjunction with their Language Arts goal: 1000 pages/8 books per quarter:Book Scale: 100-199= 1 book/ 200-349= 2 books / 350-449= 3 books / 450-599= 4 books/ 600-699= 5 books/ 700-799= 6 books/ 800-999= 7 books/ 1000 + 8 books.
GRADING CRITERIA
-Percentages from the various reading zones