full implementation of the 2010 english standards of learning
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Full Implementation of the 2010 English Standards of Learning. Increased Rigor 2010 English Standards of Learning. Emphasis on Greek and Latin roots in word study Vocabulary study using authentic texts Connotation and denotation of words - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Division Leadership Liaison Meeting
January 7, 2013
Full Implementation of the 2010
English Standards of Learning
Division Leadership Liaison Meeting
January 7, 2013
Increased Rigor 2010 English Standards of Learning
• Emphasis on Greek and Latin roots in word study
• Vocabulary study using authentic texts• Connotation and denotation of words• Emphasis on nonfiction texts, text
structures, and organizational patterns• Making inferences and drawing
conclusions based on explicit or implied information in more complex texts
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Increased Rigor 2010 English Standards of Learning
• Comparison of texts in fiction and nonfiction
• Persuasive writing in grades 5-12• Analytical and argumentative writing in
grades 9-12• Research strand in grades 4-12 includes
research products, synthesis of information, credibility of sources
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Reading Fiction and Nonfiction
• Standards at each grade address reading fiction and nonfiction
• Nonfiction emphasizes text structures and organizational patterns
• Inferences and conclusions based on explicit and implied information
• Differentiate between fact and opinion• Increase rigor by choice of texts
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Grades 4-12 Reading Strand
• There is strong vertical alignment in grades 4-12
• The SOL Reading Tests Reporting Categories include:• Word Analysis and Word Reference• Comprehension of Fiction• Comprehension of Nonfiction
• More nonfiction than fiction questions appear on SOL reading test in grades 5 – 12
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4-12 Reading Blueprints
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Reading – Vocabulary
Vocabulary is tested in passages and in stand-alone items
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Reading – Vocabulary
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January 7, 2013
Reading – Vocabulary
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January 7, 2013
Reading – Vocabulary
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January 7, 2013
Reading – Vocabulary
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January 7, 2013
Reading – Vocabulary
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January 7, 2013
Grade 3 Reading Multiple Choice/TEI
2009-2010 SOL Test2012-2013 SOL Test
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Grade 8 Reading Multiple Choice/TEI
2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test
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EOC Reading Multiple Choice/TEI
2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test
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Reading
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Reading
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Reading
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Reading
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Reading
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Reading
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Reading
Stand-alone figurative language item
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Reading
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Comparison of texts
• Grades 6-12 Standards include a comparison of forms and genres including fiction and nonfiction texts with a similar topic or theme.
• Pairing passages provides opportunities for students to compare and contrast how two texts treat the same subject.
• Paired passages is an easy way to incorporate nonfiction.• Compare and Contrast texts for :
• Organizational patterns• Information• Genres• Author’s point of view, voice, style, message• Word choice
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Paired Passages
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Paired Passages
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Paired Passages
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Paired Passages
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Writing
• Teaching writing is an expectation of every grade, not only “tested” grades
• Self- and peer-editing opportunities for students are essential
• SOL writing requires multi-paragraphs
• Provide students with opportunities to compose using computer technology and to use the Online Practice SOL Writing Tool (no prompts provided)
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Writing
• Writing revolves around mode, purpose, audience, and process
• Each grade level has a composing/revision standard and an editing/grammar standard
• Emphasis is put on elaboration, unity, central idea, organization, tone, and voice
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SOL Writing Blueprints
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Changes to SOL Writing Tests
• The End-of-Course prompt - persuasive
• Grade 8 prompt - persuasive or expository
• Grade 5 prompt - expository or narrative
Composing/Written Expression is one combined domain
Research will be tested in writing instead of reading
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Composing/Written Expression
• Audience/purpose• Central Idea • Effective conclusions• Counter arguments• Elaboration• Unity • Organization• Deliberate Word
Choice• Selected, Precise
Information • Sentence Variety • Tone • Voice
Usage & Mechanics
• Sentence Formation • Usage • Standard Inflections • Comparison of
Adjectives / Adverbs
Agreement• Mechanics • Capitalization • Spelling • Punctuation • Formatting
SOL Two Domain Writing Rubric
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Scoring with the SOL Writing Rubric
• All student papers are read by two readers; their scores are added together
• Composing/Written Expression score counts twice = 2/3
• Usage/Mechanics score counts once = 1/3
• If judges scores are more than 1 point apart, papers are read by a third judge
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Writing Rubric Scale
Each writing domain is scored using the following scale:
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Writing Prompts Released
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Grade 5 WritingMultiple Choice/TEI
2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test
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Grade 8 WritingMultiple Choice/TEI
2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test
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EOC WritingMultiple Choice/TEI
2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test
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SOL Assessment Notes• 15% of the reading/writing tests will be TEI
• Emphasis words (most, main, best) will not be emphasized on any SOL test
• NOT and EXCEPT will continue to be emphasized except on grade 3 reading
• Grade 3 Reading Test will not contain any items with the words NOT or EXCEPT
• The SOL Released Tests are not aligned with the 2010 English Standards of Learning
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SOL Assessment Notes
• Direct Writing is online; students MAY use scratch paper
• EOC Writing Rubric is mode specific –persuasive
• Spring 2015 – English SOL tests will be released
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RESOURCES
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2010 English Standards of Learning
Web Page
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Curriculum Framework
• Assessment items may not and should not be a verbatim reflection of the information presented in the Curriculum Framework.
• It is not meant to be an exhaustive or a limiting document.
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English Curriculum Framework
Use all 3 columns of the English Framework Curriculum
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Online Writing Web Page
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Writing Resources
Downloadable Writing Process graphic
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Graphic Organizers
•Clustering •Process •Comparison / Contrast
•Order Importance •Sensory Chart •Connected Relationships
•Persuasive Paper Checklist
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SOL Writing Instruction Checklists
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Online Writing Practice Tool
Typing Tools
Progress Bar
Current Line Location
Typing Tools
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Enhanced Scope and Sequence Sample Lessons
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SOL Practice Items
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Blueprints
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SOL Progression ChartsWriting, Grammar, Reading, Research
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SOL Institute Materials
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Formative Assessment
•Pull passages from content texts
•Punctuate the text
•Ask readingcomprehension
questions
•Include vocabulary
•Include short essay questions
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In Summary• Review Vertical Alignment• Teach Nonfiction• Pair Passages• Teach Roots and Affixes • Teach Composing Online• Offer Students Choices (reading &
writing)• Integrate All Strands
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Teacher Direct
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Teacher Direct
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Questions?
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Contact Information
Virginia Department of Education
Tracy Fair RobertsonEnglish Coordinator
804-371-7585
Assessment [email protected]
804-225-2102