Learning Opportunities

AUDIENCE: K-6 TEACHERS, RESOURCE TEACHERS, AND LITERACY COACHES ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND.

This session is EXCLUSIVELY FOR  BAS 3^rd ed users.

Benchmark Assessment System 3^rd ed kits are comprehensive diagnostic assessment tools to measure student reading and comprehension ability with a reliable, universal screening tool that is aligned to Leveled Literacy Intervention. The Assessment process helps teachers determine independent and instructional reading levels related to the Fountas & Pinnell A-Z Text Level Gradient™. Participants are introduced to the research and learn how to administer, code, score and analyze a Running Record.

Course Highlights and NEW! Attributes of BAS 3^rd ed

• Learn about the more detailed assessment guidelines
• Explore the new refined criteria for “Comprehension Conversation”
• Unpack the new Expanded Literacy Continuum linking it back to teaching and learning
• Review basics of Running Record coding, scoring, and analysis
• Provide opportunities for assessment analysis and reflection
• Talk about the classroom management and scheduling