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Kimberly Dyar Cecil County Public Schools
Using Student-Built Websites to Promote Critical Thinking
Background: School Data Low MSA scores for
reading expository text AYP status Technology Literate by
Grade 8 (TL8) standards Tech resources at school
Collaborative Instruction Provides insight Improves teaching & learning Adds resources Shares work Taps unique skills Generates fresh ideas
Classroom Background
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Historical Newspaper Project
ChallengeSurface
understandingNo contextLack of authenticityFocus on
appearance (tea-stained paper)
Add-on to unit
SolutionDeeper
understandingContextualized in
history & literatureAuthentic language,
imagery, detailsFocus on informationEnriching unit
Process Reading/writing workshop Research Written articles Website construction Reflection
Use of Primary Documents
Class-Generated Word BankCategories were posted on the wall. Students used sticky notes to add examples from their books & online resources.
ClothingTechnology in everyday lifeWeaponsWays of speakingTransportation
Games and recreationFoodEventsFamous people
Website IndexBannerFeature StoryEditorialLetters to the EditorAdvertisementsObituariesReflectionLinks
Key Teaching Points Content
“construction” Voice Audience Reading strategies
for primary sources Search skills
Complimentary images & text
Technical aspects Multimedia layout Web design &
analysis Copyright guidelines Using available tools
Structured Thinking Project overview at start Schema development Vocabulary Class structure Shared responsibility for content Multiple resources Primary sources as models Research skill support
Interactive Thinking Conferences - peer, teacher Coaching: research, visual, text
features Focus lessons & immediate application Error monitoring & corrections Constructivism Choices made explicit Student “think alouds” Shared problem-solving
Teacher-Student Conferences Promote critical thinking Individualize instruction Make connections Address questions Suggest improvements
Student Conferences
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Common Challenges Multimedia vs. linear thinking Attention to tedious details “Period” mindset - texts & media Sharing information Personal preferences vs. authenticity Locating & connecting visuals to text
Ingredients for Success Choice Creative freedom Personalization Novelty Hands-on learning Transferable skill Multimedia Accommodations
Scaffolding - group resource creation & use
Mentor texts Primary source
references Discussion &
problem-solving
Teacher Feedback
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Student Feedback
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ccps.org/teachers/kdyar
Grade 8 Websites
Student Reflections