Jennifer Twist: Recorder LE Presentation – Jenn Molfese Warm and Cool Comments Warm Comments: BOLD Cool Comments: Underlined

(1) Relation to Learning Standards (2) Intellectual Challenge - Great correlation to learning standards - Enduring understanding stated well - Within 3.1.1.c: highlight the terms - Final project utilized a high level of adaptations/adapt thinking. - Possibly state the rules/procedures for - State the vocabulary words for the handling living things. matching game. - Consider “once living” as another topic

(3) Assessment Plan (4) Engagement - NYS assessment questions include - Prior knowledge in page 10, very adaptions: this skill is frequently tested. interesting - Pre-Post test data very informative. - Lesson helps students develop an - Various forms of assessment were used. appreciation for life. - Ticket out the door, was discussed the - Appendix 1: rules and procedures were an next day excellent reference tool. -Possibly use webquest to get additional - The video had a defined goal and a information on the animals. targeted skill. - A variety of activities were provided. - Possibly take a visit to the zoo or provide students with an opportunity to utilize the computer to do additional research.

(5) Adaptability (6) Technology Integration - Vocabulary game was used multiple times; - Allow students to present their work this is a great addition for students with utilizing PowerPoint. special needs. - Provide additional time for students to use the computer labs (play scatter).

Other -Include a table of contents in LE -Create a recourse page -Look at two animals and compare the information, allow students to share -In the event that a TA or teachers aide was available, state her role/responsibilities. -Alexis’ student work was incorrect (review) -Within appendix 10, list animal with its corresponding adaptation (camouflage, migration, hibernation) -Add a third column within the assessment chart to show the difference or change in score.