Reflections
A conversation with Ms. Solaraz:
“My students loved using Padlet. They were instantly engaged! I look forward to exploring other ways that I can integrate this collaborative tool in my lessons.”
Why is it important to understand good paraphrasing practices?
“Students want to just copy another author’s words and use it as their own. This practice can get students into trouble! They need practice in order to effectively put what the author says into their own words.”
Why is citing the author important?
“This provides a legal way to use information while giving the writer credit. Go ahead and copy exactly what they say… just do it with quotes and author credit!”
When I use this lesson next time:
“I would use fewer questions. Asking six questions became a bit much to manage.”
A conversation with the students:
Sarah M.:
“It was fun to see what my classmates said and how they answered the questions that Ms. Solarz posted. I want to do it again!”
Josh W.:
“Ms. Solarz is alway finding new ways to review writing concepts. This was fun and fast! I could look at my classmates answers and that offered me some ideas that I had not considered.”
Miranda S.:
“I would like to use Padlet to create a full presentation! I can also use it in my other classes! Who needs PowerPoint?”
Next Steps Paraphrasing Practice: Rank the Paraphrases from Best to Worst
Paraphrasing Practice Instructions
Additional Practice
Paraphrasing Practice
Student teams/partners read a quote. They place strips with student paraphrasing samples on them in order from best to worst. Labeled A-E (Make these ahead of time and place in envelopes for reuse.) Sample from
Paraphrasing Practice Answer Keys
Teacher creates a set of answer keys and reviews the correct order with the teams. Students love it when they get the order right!
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