All classes went to the LGI today and learned how to "attack a prompt" in preparation for ISTEP. Mrs. Bortone's classes joined my classes, so students all received the same information. We have accumlated many tricks of the trade over the years, and I am a firm believer that the students should know what teachers know about the "tips" of ISTEP writing. Some ideas we shared today:
- the 30 second prewrite
- three main parts of the prompt
- borrowing words and phrases
- the rules of "3" in reasons and details
- When they repeat instructions, it's for a reason!
- No time for pondering a question...you may have to stretch the truth
- We will continue to learn and practice until ISTEP!
There was no homework assigned for any classes tonight. Have a wonderful evening...stay warm!
