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This study examines the classroom approach to teaching spelling in a fourth-grade setting and presents individual assessment findings for a second-grade student. The study includes rank order tables, word study grouping, passage reading findings, and observations.
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RE3030 Spelling AssignmentSpring 2012 Amber Chappell Jessica Posey
Part 1: Classroom Assessment (QIWK)—Background • Classroom: Fourth grade • Number of students: 22 • QIWK Lists: Level 2, Level 3, & Level 4 • How is spelling taught in class: The spelling words are posted at the beginning of the week. The meaning is discussed, the word is used in a sentence, and throughout the week the students do activities with the words.
Part 2: Individual Assessment –Background • Kid’s name: John • Grade: Second • Sex: Male • Other info: ELL student that is below grade level.
Part 2: Individual Assessment –Passage Reading Findings 98 yes 93 yes 39 79 yes 35 Preprimer 2 Primer 1-2
Part 2: Individual Assessment –Observations • John did well with the first two passages. (Beginning First-Grade and Pre-Primer 2) • He had a 93% on the Primer passage with 39 wpm. • We considered his rate of 39 to be close enough to the expected rate, so we concluded that his “gray area” level was at the Primer level. • He was very quiet, soft spoken and did not seem to have much confidence in his reading.