full implementation of the 2010 english standards of learning

Division Leadership Liaison Meeting

January 7, 2013

Full Implementation of the 2010

English Standards of Learning


January 7, 2013

Increased Rigor 2010 English Standards of Learning

• Emphasis on Greek and Latin roots in word study

• Vocabulary study using authentic texts• Connotation and denotation of words• Emphasis on nonfiction texts, text

structures, and organizational patterns• Making inferences and drawing

conclusions based on explicit or implied information in more complex texts


January 7, 2013

Increased Rigor 2010 English Standards of Learning

• Comparison of texts in fiction and nonfiction

• Persuasive writing in grades 5-12• Analytical and argumentative writing in

grades 9-12• Research strand in grades 4-12 includes

research products, synthesis of information, credibility of sources


January 7, 2013

Reading Fiction and Nonfiction

• Standards at each grade address reading fiction and nonfiction

• Nonfiction emphasizes text structures and organizational patterns

• Inferences and conclusions based on explicit and implied information

• Differentiate between fact and opinion• Increase rigor by choice of texts


January 7, 2013

Grades 4-12 Reading Strand

• There is strong vertical alignment in grades 4-12

• The SOL Reading Tests Reporting Categories include:• Word Analysis and Word Reference• Comprehension of Fiction• Comprehension of Nonfiction

• More nonfiction than fiction questions appear on SOL reading test in grades 5 – 12


January 7, 2013

4-12 Reading Blueprints


January 7, 2013

Reading – Vocabulary

Vocabulary is tested in passages and in stand-alone items


January 7, 2013

Reading – Vocabulary


January 7, 2013

Grade 3 Reading Multiple Choice/TEI

2009-2010 SOL Test2012-2013 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

Grade 8 Reading Multiple Choice/TEI

2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

EOC Reading Multiple Choice/TEI

2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

Reading


January 7, 2013

Reading

Stand-alone figurative language item


January 7, 2013

Reading


January 7, 2013

Comparison of texts

• Grades 6-12 Standards include a comparison of forms and genres including fiction and nonfiction texts with a similar topic or theme.

• Pairing passages provides opportunities for students to compare and contrast how two texts treat the same subject.

• Paired passages is an easy way to incorporate nonfiction.• Compare and Contrast texts for :

• Organizational patterns• Information• Genres• Author’s point of view, voice, style, message• Word choice


January 7, 2013

Paired Passages


January 7, 2013

Writing

• Teaching writing is an expectation of every grade, not only “tested” grades

• Self- and peer-editing opportunities for students are essential

• SOL writing requires multi-paragraphs

• Provide students with opportunities to compose using computer technology and to use the Online Practice SOL Writing Tool (no prompts provided)


January 7, 2013

Writing

• Writing revolves around mode, purpose, audience, and process

• Each grade level has a composing/revision standard and an editing/grammar standard

• Emphasis is put on elaboration, unity, central idea, organization, tone, and voice


January 7, 2013

SOL Writing Blueprints


January 7, 2013

Changes to SOL Writing Tests

• The End-of-Course prompt - persuasive

• Grade 8 prompt - persuasive or expository

• Grade 5 prompt - expository or narrative

Composing/Written Expression is one combined domain

Research will be tested in writing instead of reading


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Composing/Written Expression

• Audience/purpose• Central Idea • Effective conclusions• Counter arguments• Elaboration• Unity • Organization• Deliberate Word

Choice• Selected, Precise

Information • Sentence Variety • Tone • Voice

Usage & Mechanics

• Sentence Formation • Usage • Standard Inflections • Comparison of

Adjectives / Adverbs

Agreement• Mechanics • Capitalization • Spelling • Punctuation • Formatting

SOL Two Domain Writing Rubric


January 7, 2013

Scoring with the SOL Writing Rubric

• All student papers are read by two readers; their scores are added together

• Composing/Written Expression score counts twice = 2/3

• Usage/Mechanics score counts once = 1/3

• If judges scores are more than 1 point apart, papers are read by a third judge


January 7, 2013

Writing Rubric Scale

Each writing domain is scored using the following scale:


January 7, 2013

Writing Prompts Released


January 7, 2013

Grade 5 WritingMultiple Choice/TEI

2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

Grade 8 WritingMultiple Choice/TEI

2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

EOC WritingMultiple Choice/TEI

2012-2013 SOL Test 2009-2010 SOL Test


January 7, 2013

SOL Assessment Notes• 15% of the reading/writing tests will be TEI

• Emphasis words (most, main, best) will not be emphasized on any SOL test

• NOT and EXCEPT will continue to be emphasized except on grade 3 reading

• Grade 3 Reading Test will not contain any items with the words NOT or EXCEPT

• The SOL Released Tests are not aligned with the 2010 English Standards of Learning


January 7, 2013

SOL Assessment Notes

• Direct Writing is online; students MAY use scratch paper

• EOC Writing Rubric is mode specific –persuasive

• Spring 2015 – English SOL tests will be released


January 7, 2013

RESOURCES


January 7, 2013

2010 English Standards of Learning

Web Page

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/index.shtml




January 7, 2013

Curriculum Framework

• Assessment items may not and should not be a verbatim reflection of the information presented in the Curriculum Framework.

• It is not meant to be an exhaustive or a limiting document.


January 7, 2013

English Curriculum Framework

Use all 3 columns of the English Framework Curriculum


January 7, 2013

Online Writing Web Page

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/index.shtml


January 7, 2013

Writing Resources

Downloadable Writing Process graphic


January 7, 2013

Graphic Organizers

•Clustering •Process •Comparison / Contrast

•Order Importance •Sensory Chart •Connected Relationships

•Persuasive Paper Checklist

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/clustering.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/process.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/comparison_contrast.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/comparison_contrast.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/order_importance.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/sensory_chart.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/connected_relationships.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/connected_relationships.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/persuasive_paper_checklist.pdf

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/sol/standards_docs/english/2010/online_writing/graphic_organizers/persuasive_paper_checklist.pdf


January 7, 2013

SOL Writing Instruction Checklists


January 7, 2013

Online Writing Practice Tool

Typing Tools

Progress Bar

Current Line Location

Typing Tools


January 7, 2013

Enhanced Scope and Sequence Sample Lessons


January 7, 2013

SOL Practice Items


January 7, 2013

Blueprints



January 7, 2013

SOL Progression ChartsWriting, Grammar, Reading, Research


January 7, 2013

SOL Institute Materials


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Formative Assessment

•Pull passages from content texts

•Punctuate the text

•Ask readingcomprehension

questions

•Include vocabulary

•Include short essay questions


January 7, 2013

In Summary• Review Vertical Alignment• Teach Nonfiction• Pair Passages• Teach Roots and Affixes • Teach Composing Online• Offer Students Choices (reading &

writing)• Integrate All Strands


January 7, 2013

Teacher Direct

http://www.doe.virginia.gov/testing/teacher_direct/index.shtml


January 7, 2013

Questions?


January 7, 2013

Contact Information

Virginia Department of Education

Tracy Fair RobertsonEnglish Coordinator

[email protected]

804-371-7585

Assessment [email protected]

804-225-2102

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