Mar 02 2025 25 mins 2
#186
How do we ensure our students know exactly what they’re working toward in their language learning journey? In this episode, we’re diving into Writing Can Do Statements—how to make them concrete, student-friendly, and aligned with proficiency levels and ACTFL’s communication modes. We’ll explore both yearly and unit-specific Can Do Statements, their role in guiding instruction and assessment, and practical strategies for crafting effective statements that support student growth.
Get the Bloom's Taxonomy verb list to use in your Can Do Statements
Topics in this Episode:
- understanding exactly what Can Do Statements are and how to use them effectively in the classroom
- using Success Criteria to write Can Do Statements
- using Bloom's Taxonomy to write Can Do Statements
- yearly Can Do Statements
- unit-specific Can Do Statements
- examples of effective Can Do Statements
- tips for writing effective Can Do Statements
Get the Bloom's Taxonomy verb list to use in your Can Do Statements
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