Unit 1, Lesson 17: The Process - Assessment
Response to Literature Series
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When it comes to assessing students’ work, we recommend that teachers weigh the process of thinking and drafting rather than only assessing the final draft. Especially during the first semester, teachers are more likely to coach and facilitate writing during each step of the process to help students to scaffold skills and master the standards.
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