Understanding the ALL Block Structure

The video showcases Hollis Innovation Academy's All Block, a structured literacy program that promotes student agency and mastery. It includes five components: accountable independent reading, complex text work, reading and speaking fluency, grammar, and writing practice. Students rotate through activities, engaging in teacher-guided and independent tasks. The program emphasizes peer feedback, self-assessment, and real-world applications, fostering a self-managed classroom environment.

What is the primary goal of the ALL Block at Hollis Innovation Academy?

• To reduce the number of students in each class

• To eliminate the need for teacher involvement

• To focus solely on grammar and vocabulary

• To provide a structure for student agency and mastery

Which of the following is NOT a component of the ALL Block?

• Mathematics problem-solving

• Accountable independent reading

• Grammar usage and mechanics

• Reading and speaking fluency

How often are students regrouped based on assessments?

• Every semester

• Every month

• Every two weeks

• Every week

What is the purpose of peer feedback during reading and speaking fluency?

• To compete for the best reader award

• To memorize texts

• To set goals and monitor progress

• To criticize each other's reading styles

What is the focus of teacher-guided activities in the ALL Block?

• To teach new mathematical concepts

• To revisit central texts and deepen comprehension

• To conduct science experiments

• To play educational games

What role do students take on during accountable independent reading?

• They lead group discussions

• They focus on writing essays

• They become the main instructors

• They act as facilitators and timekeepers