WICOR-Writing
IVF SummaryAVID students learn how to summarize using the IVF model for their topic sentence (I-Identify the source, V-choose a verb, and F-Finish the thought).
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Brainstorm and Claim, Evidence, ReasoningStudents are learning to brainstorm in order to compose an argumentative claim that is supported by evidence from the reading and reasoning.
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Step Up To WritingStudents use Step Up To Writing Colors to identify parts of a text. Students see how a paragraph can be developed and stretched into an essay.
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One major focus for the 6th graders has been to create a claim and find evidence to support that claim. AVID students have practiced reasoning their claims and evidences with a color coding method that not only keeps their work organized, but helps students organize their thoughts and processing of this information.
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Students work in collaborative groups to discuss their findings and writing process.
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