Tier 1
Use short daily routines tied to real reading, writing, or real-world application at home.
1. Standard At A Glance
Context: Quick summary of the standard and why it matters.
Standard: ELA.9.W.5
Short description: Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific purpose and audience.
2. Typical Indicators
Context: Observable signs of skill development.
- Student can describe what this skill looks like in classwork or learning tasks.
- Student applies this skill with familiar tasks and support.
- Student can explain parts of their thinking when prompted.
3. Warning Signs
Context: Early signs that additional support may be needed.
- Student avoids tasks requiring this specific skill.
- Student needs repeated prompting and shows inconsistent performance.
- Student shows limited progress over time despite practice.
4. Escalating Accommodations
Context: Layer supports from universal to intensive.
Tier 2
Provide targeted guided practice in 10-15 minute sessions with clear examples.
Tier 3
Use individualized practice with explicit modeling and frequent feedback.
5. Modifications
Context: Adapt instruction for diverse and disabled learners.
- Diverse learners: use visuals, sentence supports, and language scaffolds.
- Disabled learners: adapt response format, pacing, and access supports as needed.
6. Cross-Curricular Integration
Context: Connect this standard to real-world and cross-subject routines.
Encourage argument essays, research writing, and personal narratives at home.
7. Gemini Canvas Prompt
Context: Prompt scaffold for generating multiple output types.
9. Source Document
Context: Official MLS reference source.