Each week, my students receive a new set of words and practice these words nightly in preparation for their spelling assessments on Fridays. Overall, my students spell these words correctly and earn A's. However, my students do not transfer their spelling patterns into their writing. Thus, my students know their words on Friday and forget them by Monday. As a teacher, I understand the necessity of spelling to be successful as strong readers and writers. Thus, my research action plan is designed to find out if my students will learn and understand spelling patterns better by following the differentiated spelling program.
This week I use a pre-assessment to determine how to divide my third grade students into three groups. Based on their scores, I will group them based on similar spelling stages and needs. This is a great undertaking as I have never completed an action research inquiry. I am extremely nervous that I will not be able to find common themes or make appropriate modified changes to my plan based on student performance. However, I know that I am determined to be the best teacher to my students as I can be for me students. My strong motivation and attention to detail will allow my research inquiry to be successful.
Below you will find a tentative timeline (Win Calendar) in which to guide my action research inquiry. Due to snow days or other professional requirements, I know that I might need to change days. However, I will complete the required tasks that particular week. I will post my journey on this blog twice a week with my goal being on Sundays and Wednesdays. I look forward to you joining me during this journey.
Okay... I love the calendar! I made one in Microsoft Publisher and now I cannot figure out how to attach it to the blog! If I cannot figure it out tonight...I might be emailing!
ReplyDeleteIt looks like you have a great plan in place. Very organized! Hoping it goes smoothly for you. :)