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What is a constructed response?
What is a constructed response?
When will I use this?
When will I use this?
CONSTRUCTED/ FREE / OPEN / WRITTEN RESPONSE
An opportunity to demonstrate:
Capitalization
Punctuation
Simple (concise) explanations
Evidence-based answers
SEE model (statement, evidence, explanation)
CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE = one body paragraph
CONSTRUCTED RESPONSE ≠a full length essay
1) Constructed response on Commonlit.org assignments
2) Constructed response on Google Forms
3) Constructed response on warm-ups
4) Constructed response on tests
5) This SEE method we use for constructed response will be used as the building block for writing complete essays. When we do write an essay, each paragraph will also include statement, evidence, and explanation to back up the ideas in your thesis.
What is the SEE format?
What is the SEE format?
I should SEE a clear answer when you have a written response!
I should SEE a clear answer when you have a written response!
[S]tatement
[S]tatement
Think about what the question is asking, and begin your answer in an assertive or active voice sentence.
[E]vidence
[E]vidence
Choose evidence/ details (often a quote) from the text to support your statement.
[E]xplanation
[E]xplanation
Elaborate on the evidence you include. Explicitly convey how it defends your statement (idea).
What is an example of a question and answer?
What is an example of a question and answer?
Read the example below:
Read the example below:
Break this student's answer down. . .
Break this student's answer down. . .
STATEMENT
Ex. "Another character we can compare Stephen Kumalo to . . . "
Ex. "Stephen Kumalo's reaction to his environment can be compared to . . .
EVIDENCE
As stated in the text, . . .
Kumalo explains that. . .
The text states. . .
Ex. In chapter two the text states, "The small child. . . "
EXPLANATION
This means . . .
This demonstrates. . .
Ex. This evidence shows that both Stephen and the small child were unsure and intimidated by their environment. . .
Avoid the following . . .
Avoid the following . . .
Statement
Starting with, "That means" or "Because."
Using pronouns: you, he, she, they, it. These are vague (non specific).
Evidence
Including the longest quote ever just to make your answer look longer. Pick 1-2 lines that best defend your statement.
Explanation
Saying, "this is my evidence and it explains my statement."
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