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How to PeBL ELA – A Scaffolded Lesson for Teachers
A "standard" lesson, based on "I Do" planning and execution, often results in the teacher identifying the outcome to be learned, selecting the resources, designing the comprehension questions and/or activity, and finally using some form of teacher-made assessment (ex. Unit Exam).

In an effort to personalize learning and encourage a "We Do" mentality, the following lesson was developed.

Note the teachers language at different times throughout the lesson. The teacher has still ensured students are utilizing grade/course appropriate content and some control over the lesson development, but has also increased student voice and choice.

"I have selected an ELA A30 text for us to view.

"Together, we will decide which outcomes we want to connect to the text and our assessment of those outcomes."

"Looking at our framework, which outcomes could we achieve..."

This document suggests what research and essay writing skills students should be able to perform at each grade level. These should be taught and practiced in ELA, but become more meaningful when other teachers expect the same standard of information and skill.

Attached are the unit plans/outcomes for each of the Senior ELA courses. Each plan includes:

The Unit
Theme
Questions for Deeper Understanding
Must Do Writing & Representing
Must Do Reading
Popular Reading Choices
Outcomes
I CAN Statements (Outcomes in student language)

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