Learning Environment Requirements

The purpose of a learning wall and learning environment is for students to gain access to the materials, examples, targeted skills, topics, and strategies that are the focus of learning. The learning walls should be neat, clear, and current. The teacher can assist students by modeling the use of the resources and tools during the teaching block.

Essentials for Language Arts

• Sound Spelling Cards (K-2nd)

• Targeted sound should be visible with the associated S/S card and words with S/S pattern (K-2nd), Phonics skill visible (3rd-6th)

• Targeted High-Frequency Words (HFW)

• Comprehension Skill and Associated Graphic Organizer

• Text-type for writing with an expert model and/or student examples and rubric

• Vocabulary words with visual representation of the words

• Current graded student work samples (Writing should have a rubric)

Essentials for Mathematics

• Targeted topic should be evident

• Math vocabulary should include visual representations

• Examples of mathematical models that demonstrate conceptual understanding

• Math manipulatives should be available for students to access

• Current graded student work samples