If I could measure students' output on a potential scale from 1 - 100, I wonder how most would score? If I could just reach in the top right desk drawer, pull out the Potentialmeter, and turn it on, what would it show?
I would be willing to bet that most students don't realize their potential. They underestimate their ability to think, read, write, and produce high quality work. Although they are working, they are not even close to maximum output.
Don't get me wrong. Students in Reading Workshop have really been putting forth a lot of effort. As we scream down the test prep road preparing for the Ohio Achievement Assessment on April 27, students have been working hard and showing excellent growth in their ability. However, I just don't believe they know the limits of their capabilities. And, I know they are not even close to putting forth maximum effort.
I would be willing to bet that most students don't realize their potential. They underestimate their ability to think, read, write, and produce high quality work. Although they are working, they are not even close to maximum output.
Don't get me wrong. Students in Reading Workshop have really been putting forth a lot of effort. As we scream down the test prep road preparing for the Ohio Achievement Assessment on April 27, students have been working hard and showing excellent growth in their ability. However, I just don't believe they know the limits of their capabilities. And, I know they are not even close to putting forth maximum effort.
This became especially evident as I watched this video, Death Crawl from Facing the Giants in Mrs. Stevenson's class yesterday.
Students in Reading Workshop, how close are you to reaching your potential? What would your score be on the potentialmeter? What is your best and what can you do to reach it?
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