Is this tool a Graphic Organizer?
A GRAPHIC ORGANIZER is a tool comprised of visual symbols and few words, and is intended to help organize ideas, express
knowledge, and facilitate understanding of specific content. In most cases, worksheets are not graphic organizers.
Is this graphic organizer going to be selected for use by the STUDENT?
(not required or distributed by the teacher for use during the assessment)
Is this graphic organizer used DURING regular writing instruction?
(not only used during or just prior to assessment)
Does the graphic organizer EXCLUDE all DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC CONTENT?
(Content related directly to the organization of ideas, such as words “claim” and “evidence” are okay.)
This graphic organizer is appropriate for use during the
Multidisciplinary Performance Task.
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