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KWL Strategy
what is the
kwl?
what is the kwl?
A KWL chart is a strategy that educators use that allows students to use their prior knowledge and discuss what they :
- K= Know
- W= Want
- L= Learned
what does a kwl
chart look like?
what does a kwl chart look like
use
when can it be used?
* introducing new topics.
* Reading (Enhances comprehension)
* Math (provides method to structure story problems)
* Possibilities are endless and can be used for any grade level.
kwl promotes
kwl promotes
* Student engagement.
* Classroom discussion.
* Enhancing collaboration.
* Organizing thoughts.
* Draw reference from past experiences.
*Challenges students to seek knowledge.
Example
Extended Learning through KWL
Extended Learning through KWL
* Once KWL charts have been completed and the students have gained subject matter understanding, teachers should challenge students by providing activities to extend KWL strategy.
* Examples: reports, art projects, poems, journal writing, etc...
advantage
and
disadvantage
Advantages and disadvantages
Advantages:
- When students discuss and listen to others responses, their written responses are higher quality.
- Children strengthen their knowledge, expand cognitive learning, show interest, and provide personal experiences.
Disadvantages:
- Misconceptions about topics.
- Teachers feel that if students don't have prior knowledge, a KWL chart will not be a successful tool.
references
references
Buehl, Doug. Classroom Strategies for Interactive Learning. Newark:International Reading Association Inc.,2009. Print.
KWHL Chart. Enchantedlearning.com,2013. Web.1 Dec.2013.
Mandewill, Thomas F. "KWLA: Linking the affective And Cognitive Domains.| Reading Teacher 48.8 (1994): 679. Academic Search Premier.Web. 2 Dec.2013.