Question:
We have been discussing how to use the Raise Responsibility System in our classrooms and have a question. When checking for understanding, if the student identifies the level correctly, do you still give a referral to fill out or do you only use a referral if the student does not give appropriate responses to the teacher questions?
Response:
Neither.
A prime reason why the levels are taught (phase 1) is to create a benchmark or reference frame. Checking for Understanding (phase 2) is the second step of simple cognitive learning theory. First we teach (levels); then we test (check that the student understands the levels).
In Checking for Understanding, the student acknowledges the level of chosen behavior. By … >>>
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