DaMeka Whitehead, ELA Virtual Learning Community leader and teacher at Woodland Middle School in Henry County, focuses on the Model-Practice-Reflect strategy. Drawing on the evidence base from the “IES Practice Guide: Teaching Secondary Students to Write Effectively Practice Guide,” DaMeka delves into explaining this evidence-based practice. She shares several anecdotes, models the strategy, and provides practical resources for teachers.

Utilizing strategies such as the Model-Practice-Reflect cycle helps empower students to engage more deeply in the writing process. For more information, join the 6-8 ELA Virtual Learning Community in GaDOE Community! While each recorded webinar introduces evidence-based or high-leverage practices, the GaDOE Community groups allow for a deeper dive by providing opportunities to engage with educators from across the state, share ideas, and exchange resources.

Primary Contact: Sarah Welch - sarah.welch@doe.k12.ga.us