Grammar and Writing Instruction

Section 1: Standards and Learning Targets/Objectives

5.0

The objectives are performance driven, measurable, developmentally appropriate, and directly aligned with the state ELA standards.

Section 1: Academic Language

5.0

An ideal list of academic terms is included along with innovative and engaging strategies for teaching the new terms.

Section 1: Resources, Materials, Equipment, and Technology

5.0

Resources, materials, equipment, and technology are innovative and enhance the lesson and creatively supports developmentally appropriate, engaging instruction.

Section 2: Anticipatory Set

5.0

Anticipatory set is designed to creatively engage students and meaningfully activate prior knowledge.

Section 2: Multiple Means of Representation

15.0

The means of representation creatively presents grammar and writing content using a variety of developmentally-appropriate methods or tools. Thoughtfully addresses the needs exceptional students, culturally diverse students, and English language learners

Section 2: Multiple Means of Engagement

15.0

The means of engagement innovatively allow students to explore, practice, and apply the grammar and writing content and academic language. Meaningfully differentiates for exceptional students, culturally diverse students, and English language learners.

Section 2: Multiple Means of Expression

15.0

Planned assessments are well-aligned to the stated learning objectives and standards, and they effectively and creatively engage students and provide meaningful feedback.

Reflection

15.0

Reflection expertly discusses how the grammar and writing strategies and activities chosen build upon the previously taught reading and vocabulary skills.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, language use)

10.0

Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English. Resources are clearly and appropriately cited.

Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)

10.0

All format elements are correct.

Total Percentage  100