Step 6: Word Search, Reading Exercises, and Passage Graphic Organizer in iSPIRE

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Step 6 of the iSPIRE program consolidates the learning from previous steps through engaging word searches and reading exercises. These activities reinforce the lesson's concepts and enhance students' word recognition and comprehension skills.

The combined activities in Step 6 are designed to take approximately 15 minutes and comprehensively review the lesson's concepts.

One key component of Step 6 is the word search exercise, which actively involves students identifying and circling words related to the lesson's concept.

The primary tool utilized in this activity is the circle tool from the drawing activity toolbar, enabling students to highlight relevant words as instructed by the teacher.

A reading exercise is included alongside the word search to further engage students with the content. This exercise complements the word search by deepening students' understanding and retention of the lesson's concepts.

Upon completing the activities, students are prompted to submit their work for the teacher's review. This submission process is integral to the learning experience and allows personalized feedback.

Each student's submission appears under their icon at the top of the drawing activity interface on the teacher's device, facilitating an organized review process.

Teachers review the submitted work by clicking on the student icons, assessing each student's understanding and application of the lesson's concepts.

Teachers can return the work to the students if corrections or further feedback are necessary. This is done through a dropdown menu where the teacher can select 'edit,' make the necessary annotations or comments, and then resubmit it to the student for revision.

This reinforcing iSPIRE lesson focuses on reading comprehension through a unique activity involving a color-coded or numbered passage or poem and a corresponding graphic organizer.

1. Color-Coded/Numbered Passages or Poems: In this step, students are presented with a passage or poem that is either color-coded or numbered to assist with understanding and analysis. This approach helps students focus on specific elements or sections of the text for a more structured reading experience.

2. Graphic Organizer: Accompanying the passage or poem is a graphic organizer, a tool that aids students in structuring and synthesizing the information gathered from the reading material. This organizer serves as a visual representation of their understanding and analysis of the text.

3. Utilizing Student Workbooks: The reading passages needed for this activity are available in the iSPIRE student workbooks. These physical resources give students a tangible reference point as they work through the graphic organizer on their devices.

4. Printing Options: For added convenience, these reading passages can also be printed from the 'Pack' section under the 'Student' category within the iSPIRE platform. This flexibility ensures that all students can access the materials in a format that suits their learning preferences.

5. Submission of Answers: Similar to other activities within the iSPIRE program, students can submit their completed graphic organizers to the teacher for review. This submission process enables teachers to assess students' comprehension and analytical skills.

6. Eyes on Teacher Mode: Certain activities within Step 6 might also be conducted in "Eyes on Teacher Mode," where the teacher provides direct instructions. This method ensures that students remain attentive and engaged with the lesson content.

• Preparation: Ensure all students can access the necessary reading materials through the iSPIRE student workbooks or printed copies from the platform.

• Instructions: Clearly explain how to use the graphic organizer with the passage or poem. Emphasize the importance of color-coding or numbering in analyzing the text.

• Engagement: Encourage students to actively participate in filling out the graphic organizer and drawing connections and insights from the reading material.

• Review: Collect and review the submitted graphic organizers to gauge students' understanding and provide constructive feedback.

This portion of step 6 of the iSPIRE reinforcing lessons integrates color-coded or numbered passages with graphic organizers. This dynamic approach to reading comprehension encourages students to engage deeply with the text and visually organize their thoughts and analyses.

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