Recently found … 10/24/2009

  • “The focus of this website is the Motivational Framework for Culturally Responsive Teaching known to many in the Seattle Public Schools as the 4 Rs: Relationships, Relevance, Rigor and Results.

    The various components are presented through:
    -video clips
    -selected readings
    -resources
    -interactive blogs”

    tags: PLC, professional development, culture, teacher resources

  • “The Seattle Public Schools’ Balanced Literacy Program is derived from qualitative and quantitative research in best practices for reading and writing instruction. It is a program that is showing success in various urban school districts throughout the country. The focus of Dearborn Park’s work this year is to implement guided reading throughout the school resulting in effective, appropriate reading instruction and success for all students. “

    tags: literacy, balanced literacy, professional development, teacher resources, reading

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