Habits of Mind 2003-2004
Thinking
Skills—observing,
compare/contrast, sequencing, finding patterns, predicting, classifying,
problem solving, inference, fact and opinion, finding evidence, summarizing,
main idea, point of view, analysis/evaluation, decision making, cause and
effect, detecting bias, synthesis—August Institute training
Second
Language Learner strategies (SLL)—2 graphic organizers, 2 co-op strategies, preview/review of
vocabulary and objectives, process to teach vocabulary
Higher Teacher Expectations of
students—academic and behavioral
>know the targets and plan
interventions if students do not reach goal (writing and reading)
>use student anchor papers
for writing
School-wide
Focus Making Habits of Mind Visible—wall displays, student
recognition, assemblies, infusing language into staff meetings