No Stress ELA Test Prep (Gr.4-7)
In this one-week self-paced course, students review and practice test taking strategies for assessments and open-ended (or constructed) responses.
Christine- Little Reading Coach
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What's included
7 pre-recorded lessons
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
2-4 hours per week. *Students should complete the assignments in the courseAssessment
*The instructor will use Blooket quizzes and Edpuzzle as informal assessments, and will reach out to students/parents/guardians if student scores below a 70%. *Students are encouraged to submit the "Kickball" quiz and RACE response for feedback. The teacher will score assignments/send feedback on Fridays.Grading
Grades on the Blooket and Edpuzzle activities allow the instructor to gauge students' progress and understanding of the material. Parents/guardians/students will be contacted if less than 70% is earned on one of the activities. Feedback/grading is also available for the quiz and constructed response.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Taking tests can make students of all ages anxious and nervous. One way to reduce test stress is to make sure kids know what to do on a test. No Stress ELA Test Prep does just that! All types of learners are welcome, including struggling readers, or those who need some additional support (dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, learning disabilities, language disorders, special education, etc.). This one-week self-pace course shows students how to navigate an English Language Arts test step-by-step. It focuses on three main stressors- multi-step directions, test taking strategies, and RACE writing strategy. Day 1- Multi-Step Directions *Students will watch a video lesson based on a PowerPoint and use the information to complete guided notes. *Complete a practice activity and check their answers with the answer key Day 2- Test Taking Strategies *Students will watch a video lesson based on a PowerPoint and use the information to complete guided notes *Students will complete a Blooket quiz Day 3- Test Taking Strategies *Students will read a nonfiction text, complete vocabulary chart and reading comprehension questions. *Check work with answers video *Complete an Edpuzzle activity Day 4-RACE *Students will watch a video lesson based on a PowerPoint and use the information to complete guided notes *Students will complete a Blooket quiz Day 5- Quiz *Students will read "Kickball" (a short story) define vocabulary words, answer reading comprehension questions, and complete figurative language chart. *Students will watch answer video to review practice activities. Day 6-Quiz *Students will mark up and complete a reading quiz on "Kickball" Days 7-RACE *Students will complete a constructed response using RACE *Students are encouraged to submit the "Kickball" quiz and RACE response for feedback. The teacher will score assignments/send feedback on Fridays. **If more time is needed to complete this class, please reach out :)
Learning Goals
*Students will review test taking strategies by viewing videos, completing guided notes and quizzes
*Students will practice breaking down multi-step directions by completing a practice activity
*Students will practice utilizing RACE response elements by composing a response with text evidence
Syllabus
7 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Multi-Step Directions
Review multi-step directions through video lesson, guided notes and practice activity. Lesson 2:
Test Taking Strategies
Review test taking strategies through video lesson, guided notes, and Blooket quiz. Lesson 3:
Guided Test Taking Strategies Practice
Read a nonfiction text, define unknown words, answer reading comprehension questions, and check answers with video guide.
Complete an Edpuzzle to practice test taking strategies. Lesson 4:
RACE Response Writing Strategy
Review RACE response structure through video lesson, guided notes, and Blooket quiz. Other Details
Learning Needs
Guided notes are provided, along with instructional videos and answer keys.
Please reach out to the instructor for specific accommodations and/or extra time.
Parental Guidance
Students will be using Blooket to complete quizzes. An account is not needed.
Students will be using Edpuzzle to complete a practice activity. An account is needed.
"Kickball" is a story about a 6th grade boy who is being raised by a single mom.
Supply List
Teacher will supply learning videos, guided notes, practice activities, "Kickball" short story and paper-based activities. Students will need a pen/pencil and highlighter.
Joined June, 2023
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Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Phoenix
Bachelor's Degree in English from Centenary College
The instructor is a certified Teacher of English (K-12) and Reading Specialist (P-12) with over 10 years of teaching experience. Reviews
Self-Paced Class
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Ages: 9-12
