Well obviously half of my problem was that I was using the wrong internet program. Downloaded Google Chrome this morning. Hopefully no more operator errors!
This is a picture of my interest inventory. I gave this to my students on January 28th. It provided some interesting information for sure. I looked specifically at some of my students I consider to be the most reluctant and struggling of my writers.
Parker was the student who I mentioned in an earlier blog. He is the student I would consider the most reluctant of all of my writers. He is not reluctant because writing is difficult, he is reluctant because he simply does not want to complete most assignments that are given to him. He is a special needs student but he scores in the 98-99% on MAP testing and reads on a guided reading level I. He is extremely capable of completing all tasks that are given to him.
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The majority of students in my class indicated that they wish there was more time to write at school. I am trying to take this information and make sure that at least 2-3 days a week they get to use a literacy center as a "free choice" writing time. My literacy centers have changed several times this year because my kids are flexibly grouped and I have significant support staff assistance in the classroom. We also use Ipads daily but based on this information I think taking the Ipad center (or computer center) away 2-3 times a week and replacing it with a free choice writing center may help my students to continue to grow even more as independent writers.
I’m glad you were able to figure out how to upload the survey. I have never used Google Chrome so I know who to ask if I ever have problems :) I love how kid friendly your survey is! I also think it is wonderful that you asked what they liked to write about. In doing this, you will know what topics to have the students write about that will be motivating to them. From the survey, Parker definitely would lead you to believe that he loves to write. I think it is fabulous that your students would like more time to write at school. I love the idea of a “free choice” writing center. Students need to be able to write for “fun” and for reasons that they want to write.
ReplyDeleteI think the survey was a great place to start. Also, after readinf LaShanda's blog, I think students definitely develop a higher interest in writing when they have freedom to choose. That free write time allows them to gain writing skills and practice so when they "have" to write they can approach the task confidently.
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