Classroom Activities and Expectations

The video tutorial outlines a week-long plan for teaching basic grammar and reading skills. It includes daily activities such as bell ringers, grammar lessons, collaborative tasks, and reading exercises. The teacher emphasizes consistency and expectations, using tools like Google Classroom and discussion boards. The week concludes with a quiz and a pre-assessment to prepare for differentiated learning in the following week. Resources are available through ELA Unlimited.

What is the main focus of Week 2 in the classroom?

• Introducing new math concepts

• Establishing basic grammar expectations

• Learning about historical events

• Exploring scientific theories

What activity is used to build consistency at the start of each class?

• Math drills

• Silent reading

• Question of the day

• Group projects

Why is it important to review classroom expectations after the weekend?

• To prepare for a test

• To change seating arrangements

• To remind students of existing procedures

• To introduce new rules

What is the purpose of the relationship building activity?

• To encourage students to interact and engage

• To prepare for a quiz

• To assess students' grammar skills

• To introduce a new topic

What are students expected to do with the discussion board post?

• Create a presentation

• Discuss it with a partner

• Respond in their notebook first

• Ignore it

What basic grammar rule is emphasized in the mini lesson?

• Using complex sentences

• Capitalizing the first word of every sentence

• Writing in passive voice

• Using metaphors

What is the Fix It Task Path activity designed to do?

• Teach new vocabulary

• Prepare for a science experiment

• Apply grammar lessons in a fun way

• Introduce a new book

What is one expectation for reading as a class?

• Discussing with a partner

• Writing a summary

• Keeping your head up

• Reading silently

What is the purpose of the Thursday grammar quiz?

• To assess understanding of basic grammar expectations

• To practice public speaking

• To introduce new grammar rules

• To prepare for a spelling bee

What does RTQT stand for?

• Reading Techniques and Quick Tips

• Responding to Questions with Text

• Researching Topics Quickly and Thoroughly

• Reviewing Texts and Quizzes Thoroughly