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By Elly's ELA 
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By Elly's ELA My experience over thirty-five years includes teaching ELA in grades 4-11. I have also taught reading and composition at a community college. My main focus has included American Literature and AP Language and Composition. I have worked on many committees to develop state curriculum and assessment.
I believe that most students will respond well to carefully scaffolded lessons. These should have clearly defined tasks and purposeful outcomes with space for flexibility and creativity. A successful lesson also includes the concept that reading skills should be developed at every level. I also feel that students become more actively engaged when they are given a "road map" for any assignment and a clear understanding of the destination. It is important for them to see significance and value in the effort. My goal has always been to foster a positive classroom climate where students of any level can work at a productive pace without feeling frustrated or defeated.
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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Social Studies, Native Americans, U.S. History, World History, ELA Test Prep, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Poetry, Black History Month, Informational Text, Close Reading
