Today is Free Read Friday. (The link here takes will take you to an earlier lesson with my reflection explaining Free Read Friday.) Students will read their personal library books for the first 15 minutes of class.
Today, groups will listen to the screencast conferences I completed last night over the piece they have chosen for their presentation.
Using their collective knowledge and guidance from the screencast, they will work together to revise the text and complete any plans for multi-media, props, etc. I leave the creativity up to them.
I will circulate to assist and offer advice as needed. I love days like this…they are "in charge" of their learning.
Groups will have 15 minutes to "practice". I will comment, assist and answer questions as needed.
To wrap up class today, I'll open the floor for final questions for tomorrow. I'm sure there will be several.