Need-to-Know:
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Nice-to-Know:
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Worthless:
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2. Recall a time when you used peer collaboration in the classroom. What challenges
did you face? What surprised you?
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3. Recall a time when you used other peer collaboration tools in the classroom
(Google Docs, Voicethread, etc.) Did you feel that the method used was the most
effective way for students to collaborate? Why or why not?
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Sincerely,
Nicole Hinden
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A week has passed since our professional development session on peer editing.
I am encouraged by the informal conversations Ive had with many of you
about what you have learned and experienced.
Thought for the Day: Writing is an exploration. You start from nothing and learning as
you go.
E.L. Doctorow
Novelist
Sincerely,
Nicole Hinden
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1. What were some key thoughts you noted on your Think About It
Exercise? (5-8 minutes)
2. What new knowledge about peer editing have you gained since our
workshop? (3-5 minutes)
Getting It Done:
Work with your department to choose one plan or program that you would
like to reform. Then, establish a time frame to implement Peergrade in a way
that meets the needs of your class. (12-15 minutes). Plan a time to submit your
suggestions to the department head or principal.
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