| Report Card Comments From A 6th Grade Report Card Feel Free to Cut and Paste From The Site http://www.occdsb.on.ca/~proj1615/Rep1.htm Language General Strengths uses ideas of some complexity reflects the use of complex ideas applies reasoning skills consistently and with general understanding applies reasoning skills consistently and with thorough understanding communication is clear and precise communication is clear, precise and confidently conveyed communicates for specific purposes communicates for a wide variety of purposes and in a wide variety of contexts communicates using a variety of forms communicates using a wide range of complex forms ideas are organized appropriately and logically ideas are organized appropriately and in complex and logical ways organizes ideas for specific purposes organizes ideas for a wide variety of purposes and in a wide variety of contexts uses (language conventions- spelling, grammar, punctuation, style) independently uses the (language conventions - spelling, grammar, punctuation rules) studied applies the (language conventions - spelling, grammar, punctuation) studied with a few minor errors and/or omissions applies the (Language conventions - spelling, grammar, punctuation) with practically no minor errors and/or omissions General Weaknesses requires assistance in applying reasoning knowledge and skills reasons using a few simple ideas reasons using a variety of simple and related ideas requires assistance with communication skills Skills rarely contributes to small group/classroom activities reluctantly participates in class discussions reluctantly participates in the celebration of liturgies reluctantly engages in community service Values rarely contributes to the school/class/community/group projects Next Steps for Growth will be encouraged to will be expected to will be invited to Reading Weaknesses does not willingly participate in reading activities requires assistance to read most materials makes unsupported responses to content shows limited understanding of basic writing conventions to comprehend materials misinterprets context clues uses simple strategies to comprehend text requires support to comprehend inter-related ideas needs assistance making connections between idea and details does not willingly read aloud Next Steps should read a wider variety of materials, including non-fiction read with your child and discuss the material encourage reading for pleasure as a family activity use visual diagrams to illustrate concepts encourage personal writing as a means of comprehending materials read read instructions to games and puzzles for practice reading practice reading aloud read the same text and discuss the techniques you use to understand the material discuss the text summarizing key points and making an outline use simple visual aids i.e. mind maps, flow charts to diagram connections encourage your child to read aloud to younger children encourage your child to employ predictable books and repeated readings to develop and increase reading fluency Writing Strengths writes organized, unified and creative texts utilizes a variety of resources uses the writing process to improve and revise writing displays a growing awareness of the expressiveness of words uses the conventions of written language with consistency and accuracy adapts content, style, voice, and structure to the purpose and audience demonstrates a logical progression of ideas with a clear focus expresses ideas clearly and correctly revises, proofreads and writes legibly uses a wide range of writing forms demonstrates critical thinking skills in writing demonstrates essential skills to produce clear and effective writing drafts ideas fluently makes creative and imaginative use of the computer to enhance the final copy demonstrates in the final copy consistent, accurate and correct writing uses a range of ideas and materials from other media to enhance his/her writing Weaknesses has difficulty organizing information uses few of the writing conventions well (state which ones) makes major errors in (spelling, punctuation, sentence structure, grammar, usage) writes using a simple style demonstrating limited sense of purpose and audience requires assistance when revising does not willingly participate in writing activities is unable to edit text independently Next Steps needs to utilize writing resources (dictionary, thesaurus, grammar handbook etc.) needs to use resources to rectify errors (dictionary, grammar handbook, spell check etc.) needs to spend more time on planning writing (writing variables, thought webs, outline etc.) should be encouraged to keep a diary, journal or log on a daily basis should keep a personal "help" list of necessary steps and resources uses concrete examples to demonstrate the various visual elements (margins, headings, graphics) and discuss how they enhance the final draft Oral and Visual Communication Strengths adapts vocabulary, sentence structure and rate of speech to suit the audience and purpose encourages others in the group listens to and evaluates the views of others assists group members to stay on task follows directions, shows attention to details and completes group activities on time assumes group responsibilities uses a variety of strategies to help the group meet expectations interacts skillfully and sensitively in group roles uses fluency in language to engage others during oral presentations communicates intent, emotion, meaning and point of view by using body language effectively uses non-verbal communication techniques analyses factors that contribute to successful discussion regularly incorporates new vocabulary into discussion and presentations uses sophisticated media texts to communicate uses a wide variety of media techniques to convey and influence audience uses a range of technologies to create media works of many types Weaknesses is hesitant to contribute to oral and dramatic presentations has difficulty asking questions of teacher and other groups members shows limited ability to adapt and revise vocabulary and oral language structure according to the listener's needs and the situation uses inappropriate gestures, tone of voice and emphasis in simple presentations oral presentations demonstrate limited organization and/or rehearsal content of oral presentations is sometimes off topic a needs encouragement to express opinions and ideas in group situations presentations lack focus and unity; delivery is uneven responds inconsistently and inappropriately in group situations group skills are weak requires assistance to understand and interpret media message unable to use the conventions of oral language and of the media that are appropriate to the grade frequently displays grammatical errors in oral language Next Steps encourage to practice and rehearse at home with a small audience plan, organize, rehearse and revise simple text follow an outline organizer to structure presentations rehearse and revise material before presentations |
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