AVID Schoolwide INSTRUCTION

I.1.1 Learning Through Writing

I.1.2 Writing Process

I.1.3 Focused Note-Taking

I.1.4 Higher-Level Thinking

I.1.5 Structures of Inquiry

I.1.6 Access Digital information

I.1.7 Technology as a Tool for Collaboration

I.1.8 Structures for Collaboration

I.1.9 Tutorials and Collaborative Study Groups

I.1.10 Leadership Skills

I.1.11 Organizational Methods (Goal-Setting)

I.1.12 Avid Organizational Tools

I.1.13 Arrive Prepared with Course Materials

I.1.14 Critical Reading Process

I.1.15 WICOR Strategies

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AVID's proven learning support structure incorporates teaching and learning methodologies in the critical areas of Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization, and Reading (WICOR). WICOR provides a learning model that educators can use to guide students in comprehending concepts and articulating ideas at increasingly complex levels (scaffolding) within developmental, general education, and discipline-based curricula.

The following list includes examples of evidence sources and resources that can be used to validate rating across implementation levels.

• Classroom observations of teachers, tutors, and students using organizational strategies

• Students' Cornell notes, binders, and portfolios

• Student work samples demonstrating AVID strategies

• Use of AVID strategies included in the AVID library

• Use of AVID Critical Reading curriculum

• Evidence of community service or service learning projects

• Use of time management skills (e.g., agendas and planning calendars)

• Evaluations of professional learning related to WICOR

• Observations of effective WICOR strategies used in classes

• Peer tutoring/advising

• Videos of students' presentations and academic work

• Lesson plans from AVID Elective, Site Team, and school teachers

• Use of AVID Focused Note-Taking curriculum

• A selection of students' timed-writing essays