WICOR Strategies
Amber Youngman
Created on October 9, 2023
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WICOR Strategies
New additions to your Teacher Toolbox
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
WRITING
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Learning Logs
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
Making Note Taking More Accessible for Students
5-4-3-2-1
Focused Note Taking Templates
Exit Tickets
Quickwrites/Journals
Carousel Writing
10-2-2 Notetaking
One Pagers
Framed Paragraphs
Mandalas
Inquiry
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Inquiry Based Questions
30 Second Expert
Student Written Problems
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
Costa's Levels of Thinking
KWL Charts
Philosophical Chairs
Peer Review
Escape Rooms/Breakouts
Parlay-Socratic Seminars
Gallery Walks
Collaboration
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Numbered Heads
Cup Tower
Helping Trios
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
Triad Style: Socratic Seminar
Give One, Get One
Collaborative Study Guides
World Cafe
Circular Check
Hexagonal Thinking
Organization
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Genially
Interactive Notebooks
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
GraphicOrganizerCollection
Backwards Project Mapping
Keeping Organization in Mind
Monthly Running Agendas
Daily Welcome Screen
Sketchnoting
Storyboard/Visual Timeline
SWBST Summarizing
Graffiti Wall
Reading
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Marking Math Problems
INQUIRY
COLLABORATION
ORGANIZATION
READING
WRITING
SQ3R Reading Strategy
Jigsaw Reading
Prediction Relay
Provide students with a series of short excerpts or paragraphs from the reading. In small groups, students take turns reading a paragraph and predicting what might happen next. They then pass the reading to the next group member to continue the process. This strategy fosters anticipation and engagement with the text.
Quickwrites
Quickwrites involve asking a question, giving students a set amount of time for responding (usually between one to ten minutes), and either hearing or reading the responses. The quickwrite can be modified endlessly, depending on circumstances. Quickwrites encourage critical thinking and can be used various ways: Warm-ups: use the quickwrite at the start of a class to get students focused on a new concept, or the material from last class, or preparatory reading material, etc. Student-directed quickwrites: have students lead the quickwrite session, having prepared a question in advance and thought through a method for fielding the responses. Class-closers: as with the warm-ups, use the quickwrite to prompt reflection through summary, synthesis, explanation, a question.
Circular Check
Students in groups are given a problem with a definite answer (good for math & science). First students completes first step without contribution from others in-group and passes it to the next student. Second student corrects any mistakes and completes next step, again with out input from the group. Problem gets passed to next student and the process continues until the group has the correct answer.
1. Establish Clear Expectations: Set clear guidelines for participation, active listening, and respectful dialogue. This can include norms such as using evidence from the text, speaking one at a time, and addressing each other by name.2. Thoughtful Questioning: Prepare open-ended, thought-provoking questions that encourage deep thinking and analysis of the text or topic. These questions should prompt students to explore multiple perspectives and interpretations. 3. Role of the Facilitator: As the facilitator, your role is to guide the discussion without dominating it. Encourage students to respond to each other, ask follow-up questions, and keep the conversation focused on the text or topic. 4. Active Listening: Encourage active listening by asking students to build on each other's ideas, paraphrase what others have said, and ask clarifying questions.
A Socratic Seminar is a structured discussion where students engage in thoughtful dialogue about a specific text or topic. The discussion is guided by open-ended questions and students take turns sharing their ideas, asking questions, and responding to each other. The goal is to deepen understanding, develop critical thinking skills, and practice respectful and active listening. The teacher's role is to facilitate the discussion rather than lead it, allowing students to take ownership of their learning.
Socratic Seminars & Parlay
Parlay Discussion Website
- Encourages active engagement with the material
- Fosters a sense of community and collaboration in the classroom
- Provides students with multiple perspectives on their work
- Develops critical thinking and analytical skills
Peer review is a process where students provide constructive feedback on their peers' work. This strategy encourages students to critically evaluate and offer suggestions for improvement on their classmates' assignments, projects, or writing. It promotes collaboration, communication, and the development of critical thinking skills.1. **Clear Guidelines:** Provide clear guidelines and criteria for the peer review process. This can include specific questions or areas for feedback, such as content, organization, and mechanics. 2. **Training:** Teach students how to give effective feedback. Emphasize the importance of being constructive, specific, and respectful in their comments. 3. **Peer Pairing:** Pair students strategically, considering their strengths and areas for growth. This can be done randomly or based on specific criteria related to the assignment. 4. **Feedback Session:** Schedule dedicated time for students to exchange feedback. Encourage them to discuss their suggestions and ask clarifying questions. 5. **Revision:** After receiving feedback, students should have the opportunity to revise their work based on the peer review comments.
Peer Review
After reading a historical or narrative text, have students create a visual timeline of key events, characters, or concepts. This visual representation helps students organize and comprehend the sequence of events.
Visual Timeline/Storyboard
Traditional or Digital Options
- Padlet
- Graphic Organizer
- Genially
- Posters
- Canva
Key Components:1. **Organization:** Interactive notebooks are divided into two main sections: the input side and the output side. The input side contains information provided by the teacher or from readings, while the output side includes student-generated content such as reflections, summaries, and creative responses. 2. **Interactivity:** Students actively engage with the material by creating foldables, graphic organizers, diagrams, and other interactive elements. This helps them process and retain information in a meaningful way. 3. **Reference Tool:** Interactive notebooks serve as a personalized reference tool for students to review and study from. They can also be used for formative and summative assessments.
General Introduction
Digital Notetaking
Interactive notebooks are a hands-on, student-centered learning tool that combines note-taking, graphic organizers, and interactive activities all in one place. They are typically used in subjects like science, math, language arts, and social studies.
Interactive Notebooks
Resources:
Math/Getting Started