At AIR Language, we understand the importance of providing teachers with the tools they need to assess student progress effectively. This is why our platform is aligned with different systems of language standards recognized in all 50 states and around the world. These standards serve as a reliable foundation, helping educators measure student growth and ensuring that every student receives the guidance they need to succeed.
But how can teachers make the most of these standards during reading conferences? Through our amended CELL (Content, Engagement, Learning, and Language) protocol, teachers can seamlessly integrate these standards into their reading conferences to create a more targeted and effective assessment process.
How to Use Standards During the Amended CELL Protocol
Align Reading Goals with Standards
After establishing rapport during the reading conference, teachers should collaborate with students to set clear, standard-aligned reading goals. Using the recognized standards as a benchmark, educators can tailor these goals to the individual needs of each student. For example, if the standard emphasizes comprehension of complex texts, the teacher can set a goal for the student to demonstrate understanding through summarization or questioning techniques.
Monitor Progress with Standard-Based Observations
As the student engages with the reading material, teachers should observe and note the student’s performance concerning the established standards. The amended CELL protocol encourages a focus on specific behaviors and skills that align with these standards. Teachers can track how well a student is progressing toward meeting their reading goals by focusing on elements such as fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary usage.
Provide Feedback and Adjust Instruction Based on Standards
After observing the student’s reading performance, teachers should provide feedback that directly relates to the standards. This feedback should be constructive and actionable, guiding the student on how to improve in areas that may not fully meet the standards. Teachers can also use this opportunity to adjust their instruction methods, ensuring that the next steps are aligned with the student's needs and the recognized standards.
By integrating standards into the reading conference process, AIR Language equips teachers with a powerful tool to assess and support student learning. This structured approach ensures that all students are held to consistent, high expectations, paving the way for success in reading and beyond.
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