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In a time when our lives are deeply intertwined with technology, I believe it is essential that educators familiarize students with the wide array of benefits it can provide by integrating different forms of technology use into the curriculum. This artifact highlights the use of Google Docs during an in-class writing workshop that focused on revisions, specifically through the use of the RADaR strategy (created by Kelly Gallagher and Jeff Anderson).
The lesson plan outlines the procedures of RADaR (replace, add, delete, and reorder), which I modeled to students through a think-aloud using an example personal narrative. Modeling the process to students made it easier for them to apply it to their own writing and granted them a clear understanding of its significance and benefits. I wanted students to get into the habit of revising their work because it builds the skills necessary for becoming strong, clear writers – a skill essential for navigating life.
This mini-lesson on revisions was successful, as is evident through these student examples. After seeing me model the process, students returned to their personal narrative rough drafts and made “suggestions” using a RADaR worksheet I provided as a guide. By using the “suggesting” function on Google Docs, it was easy for students to see the many revisions one has to make in order to significantly improve a rough draft. It was also a helpful way for me to see students’ proficiency in using the RADaR revision method and understand where students needed practice. RADaR prompts students to think more deeply about the writing process and be intentional about communicating ideas through clear, concise language.
Examples of Students Using RADaR
Examples of Students Using RADaR
I have chosen to include this artifact in my portfolio because it demonstrates my proficiency in planning and preparation by highlighting my ability to smoothly/effectively use technology in the classroom for well-defined tasks. I believe it also reflects my ability to identify important concepts of the discipline and their relationships to one another, as well as my understanding of the Common Core Standards.
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