ASSESSMENT CONTEXT
Each module task enables students to gain more proficiency in knowledge, writing, and language with the goal of being on target for the End-of-Module (EOM) Task rubric criteria. Students will practice each writing and language criterion from the EOM Task on at least one prior module task. To reflect the specific knowledge demands of each text and task, EOM Tasks and module tasks contain different knowledge criteria; however, the knowledge students build across the module and demonstrate on module tasks prepares them for success on the EOM Task. Throughout module 1, students explore literary and informational texts to build knowledge about changes in seasons and how those changes impact nature and people.
The table below demonstrates how assessed criteria for each module task prepare students for the EOM Task.
Module Task 1
Write a description of a fall day
Module Task 2
Write a story about the journey of a leaf in the fall
Knowledge Criteria Assessed
Knowledge: Module Task 1
Knowledge: Module Task 2
shows knowledge of how fall affects nature shows knowledge of how fall affects nature
Module Task 3
Write a story about the journey of a snow crystal
Module Task 4
Write a story in which a character responds to the change from winter to spring
EOM Task
Write a story in which a character responds to a change in seasons
Knowledge: Module Task 3
shows knowledge of how winter affects nature
Writing Criteria Assessed
Writing: Module Task 1
Writing: Module Task 2
Writing: Module Task 3
Knowledge: Module Task 4
shows knowledge of how the change to spring affects nature
shows knowledge of how the change to spring affects people
Knowledge: EOM Task
shows knowledge of how the change in seasons affects nature
shows knowledge of how the change in seasons affects people
Writing: Module Task 4
Writing: EOM Task
has a character
has a setting has a problem
has a solution uses sensory details to develop story elements uses time order words to signal the sequence of events
has an ending with closure
Language Criteria Assessed
Language: Module Task 1
Language: Module Task 2
Language: Module Task 3
Language: Module Task 4
Language: EOM Task writes in complete sentences uses learned spelling patterns
Module Task 3 Prompt
Prompt: Write a story about the journey of a snow crystal.
Module Task 3 Rubric
sensory details to develop story elements
words
SAMPLE STUDENT RESPONSES
Sample student responses below demonstrate complete accuracy with spelling and grade-level conventions. The expectation for an on-target response is that students demonstrate application of the targeted language skills but not with complete accuracy. The expectation for an advanced response is that students demonstrate application of the targeted language skills with complete accuracy or close to complete accuracy.
On Target Response
In the winter, Zed fell from puffy white clouds in the sky He got bigger and hit the cold ground He was all alone Later, more of his friends came down They made a beautiful white blanket of snow Then kids made snowballs and snow angels
Description of Rubric Criteria
Knowledge: shows knowledge of how winter affects nature
Includes specific details about winter in nature: puffy white clouds, cold ground, and a blanket of snow
Writing: has a character
The character, Zed, is a snow crystal
Writing: has a setting
The setting is outdoors in winter
Writing: has a problem
Zed is alone on the cold ground
Writing: has a solution
More flakes fall to the ground
Writing: uses sensory details to develop story elements
Some sensory details include the beautiful white blanket of snow and puffy white clouds
Writing: uses time order words to signal the sequence of events
The words later and then signal the order of events on Zed's snowflake journey
Writing: has an ending with closure
At the end, kids make snowballs and snow angels
Language: writes in complete sentences
All sentences contain a subject and a predicate
Language: uses learned spelling patterns
The response includes the regular application of learned spelling patterns
Advanced
Response
In the coldness of winter, Zed tumbled from a puffy white cloud in the sky Zed was a very big snow crystal But as he fell, he got bigger and bigger When he hit the cold hard ground, he looked around and saw that he was all alone He was sad Later, some of his friends floated down and landed next to him Together, they made a sparkly white blanket of snow Finally, kids came running over to them to make snowballs and snow angels Zed felt happy being part of the fun
Description of Rubric Criteria
Knowledge: shows knowledge of how winter affects nature
An advanced response may include additional details that show how winter affects nature This response includes details about snow in the setting: a puffy white cloud and a sparkly white blanket of snow
Writing: has a character
An advanced response may include additional details to share more information about the character This response includes details that show how Zed feels
Writing: has an ending with closure
An advanced response may include details that create an engaging closure This response includes an additional sentence that shows how the character feels after the story was resolved
REINFORCEMENTS FOR MODULE TASK 3
Use the reinforcement suggestions below to support the needs identified during report analysis. (See the appendix for more information about analyzing reports.) Teachers may choose to incorporate these suggestions either by revisiting completed module tasks or by providing additional support as students work on similar criteria in upcoming module tasks. Reinforcements can be done with the whole group, in small groups, or individually, depending on the needs of students.
To Help Students Build and Apply Knowledge
If students did not demonstrate understanding of the necessary content knowledge in the task, prompt them through guiding questions to recall and express that knowledge orally.
• Sample prompt: What are some characteristics of winter? How do they affect nature?
• Sample sentence frame: In winter, .
If students need additional reinforcement, revisit previous instruction or provide support during an upcoming lesson.
Knowledge Criteria
Looking Back
Plan Future Practice shows knowledge of how winter affects nature
Revisit: In lesson 25 Read, students described steps in the formation of a snow crystal in winter
Reinforce: Support students in reviewing their narrative writing Did they include details about changes in nature in the winter? If not, instruct them to describe how nature changes in the winter
To Help Students Build and Apply Writing Skills
In lesson 29 Read, students describe changes that show that spring is coming
The Writing section of the rubric elevates narrative writing skills. If students score lower in the Writing section of the assessment than in other sections, teachers may choose to provide instruction specific to the assessed criteria and provide time for students to orally rehearse and revise elements of their writing. The following table provides specific recommendations.
When assessing multilingual learners, consider their English proficiency level to determine next steps for writing instruction. For students with writing-related disabilities, consider their individualized goals and needs when planning next steps.
Writing Criteria
has a character
Looking Back
Revisit: In lesson 24 Write, students added a character to the Story Planner for Module Task 3
has a setting Revisit: In lesson 24 Write, students added a setting to the Story Planner for Module Task 3
has a problem
has a solution
uses sensory details to develop story elements
uses time order words to signal the sequence of events
Revisit: In lesson 25 Write, students added a problem to the Story Planner for Module Task 3
Revisit: In lesson 25 Write, students added a solution to the Story Planner for Module Task 3
Revisit: In lesson 24 Write, students incorporated sensory details into the Story Planner for Module Task 3
Revisit: In lesson 26 Write, students used time order words to begin drafting a narrative for Module Task 3
Plan Future Practice
In lesson 29 Write, students create a character for Module Task 4
In lesson 29 Write, students create a setting for Module Task 4
In lesson 30 Write, students create a problem for Module Task 4
In lesson 30 Write, students create a solution for Module Task 4
In lesson 29 Write, students list sensory details to describe spring for Module Task 4
In lesson 31 Write, students use time order words to begin drafting a narrative for Module Task 4
Writing Criteria Looking Back
has an ending with closure
Revisit: In lesson 28 Write, students practiced writing clear endings with closure
Reinforce: Support students in checking their narrative Did they include an ending with closure? If not, ask these questions:
• What does the character do at the end of the story?
• How does the character feel at the end of the story?
Instruct students to use their responses to craft an ending and to share the ending with a partner
Plan Future Practice
In lesson 33 Write, students revise Module Task 4 to include an ending with closure
To Help Students Build and Apply Language Skills
The Language section of the rubric elevates the language demands of the task. If students score lower in the Language section of the assessment than in other sections, provide support by reviewing instruction specific to each skill and providing time for students to revise and edit their writing. The table below provides specific recommendations.
When assessing multilingual learners, consider their English proficiency level to determine next steps for language instruction. Consider Prologue lessons for additional language support. For students with languagerelated disabilities, consider their individualized goals and needs when planning next steps.
Arts & Letters™ lessons may not include detailed instruction for some foundational skills–related criteria. In these cases, teachers can follow the guidance of their foundational skills program. Great Minds® designed Arts & Letters to pair with an explicit and systematic foundational skills program.
Language Criteria Looking Back
writes in complete sentences
Revisit: In lesson 27 Write, students practiced writing complete sentences as they created the first draft of their narratives
Plan Future Practice
In lesson 32 Write, students use their Story Planners for Module Task 4 to write complete sentences for their narratives
Language Criteria Looking Back
Plan Future Practice uses learned spelling patterns
Revisit: Arts & Letters lessons do not include detailed instruction for spelling known words correctly Teachers can follow the guidance of their foundational skills program
Reinforce: Support students in checking their writing task Did they apply learned spelling patterns in their writing? If not, follow the guidance of your foundational skills program to provide corrective feedback
In lesson 33 Write, students edit their writing for correct spelling in Module Task 4
ACHIEVEMENT DESCRIPTORS ASSESSED
APPENDIX: SCORING TOOLS AND REPORT ANALYSIS
Score Module Task 3 by using the single-point rubric provided, which is also available when you score an assessment digitally. This rubric has three categories: Knowledge, Writing, and Language. Each category has criteria that define the requirements for the task. Each criterion has its own rubric row.
Use the following performance-level table alongside the annotated sample student responses as a guide for scoring students’ work with the single-point rubric.
Performance Level
Not Yet
Demonstrated
Developing
On Target
Advanced
Description
The student has not yet met the grade-level expectation described in the criterion, showing no evidence of the described knowledge or skill
The student is making progress toward meeting the grade-level expectation described in the criterion, showing some evidence of the described knowledge or skill
The student has met the grade-level expectation described in the criterion, showing complete evidence of the described knowledge or skill
The student has exceeded the grade-level expectation described in the criterion, showing evidence of additional development, depth, insight, skill, or creativity beyond the described knowledge or skill
Note: Some criteria will be capped at the on-target level because they do not allow for advanced performance. These criteria appear in gray shading on the rubric.
Digital scoring for module tasks and EOM Tasks automates much of the process and produces visual reports. However, teachers who wish to score by hand may use the following hand-scoring worksheet.
Hand-Scoring Worksheet for Module Task 3
Teachers who wish to score by hand may use the following directions. Please note that all module tasks and EOM Tasks are scored on the same 0–100 percentage scale. If required for grading purposes, teachers may convert the percentage to a point total or a letter grade. To learn more about general rules and rationales for scoring, refer to Implementation Resources.
Step 1
Use the single-point rubric to score the assessment. For each criterion, assign the student a performance level. As needed, use the performance-level table and the on-target and advanced sample student responses for additional guidance.
Step 2
Complete the following for each category.
1. Add up the total points earned and enter the result in column A. Award points as follows:
• Not Yet Demonstrated—1 point
• Developing—1.5 points
• On Target—1.8 points
• Advanced—2 points
2. Divide the number in column A by the number in column B, and enter the decimal result in column C (e.g., 0.75). This number is the unweighted category score.
3. Multiply the number in column C by the number in column D, and enter the decimal result in column E. This is the weighted category score.
Step 3
Add up the numbers in column E and convert the results to a percentage. Enter the result in the final row of column E. This is the overall percentage score for the assessment.
Step 4
If desired, print and complete the table below to track student performance for a class. For the rubric categories, enter the unweighted category scores as percentages.
Analyzing Reports
Scoring assessments digitally allows teachers to generate a visual report for the whole class or for an individual student. Reports include the following data:
• an overall assessment score given as a percentage
• an unweighted score for each category (Knowledge, Writing, and Language) given as a percentage
• the performance level (not yet demonstrated, developing, on target, or advanced) for each criterion
Reports can be used to analyze student progress and support next steps for instruction. Follow these steps:
1
Review the whole class report
2 Study the breakdown of scores by category (e g , Knowledge) Do any categories stand out?
3
Review the class performance by criterion Are there any criteria that the class is still developing?
4
Review individual student performance Do any students need support with a specific category or criterion?
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