Facilitator: Ashika ChapmanSpace: Collaboration Session - Table 2 Thursday, 1:00-2:00
Discussion: Table Talk Facilitation: Implementing the
Teachers College Reading and Writing Project (TCRWP) (Lucy Calkins) can be more manageable when teachers leverage
Writing Pathways, checklists, and assessments effectively. These tools help track student progress, guide instruction, and simplify reporting, making the process more efficient. By integrating them seamlessly, educators can create a student-centered learning environment that supports growth in reading and writing.
Leading questions that address real challenges teachers may face:
- How can teachers streamline the use of Writing Pathways to make assessment and goal setting more manageable?
- What are the best ways to integrate the TCRWP checklists and rubrics into daily instruction without adding to teacher workload?
- How can pre- and post-assessments be used to inform instruction, support struggling students, and guide reporting?
- What practical strategies can help teachers manage the reading and writing workshop structure while meeting curriculum requirements?
- How can teachers differentiate instruction within the workshop model to support students at varying skill levels?
- What are the biggest misconceptions about TCRWP implementation, and how can they be addressed?
- How can teachers use small group instruction and conferring effectively within the workshop model?
- What reporting strategies can help teachers align TCRWP data with school/district requirements?
- How can teachers foster student independence and accountability in reading and writing workshops?
- What common obstacles do teachers face when implementing TCRWP, and what solutions have worked in real classrooms?
