Session Date
Lesson Topic
Informative narrative
Lesson Outline
Jayne and I discussed the purpose of informative narrative (sometimes called expository writing). She chose a subject with which she was familiar, but which the average reader would likely be unfamiliar. Her topic was to discuss how to win part of a video game - specifically a maze. Jayne somewhat reluctantly wrote an informative narrative long hand. Her handwriting was difficult to read; in her words, "It’s like a kindergartner's!" Jayne needed to decipher certain words. I pointed out some spelling errors but Jayne defended her submission, stating that it would be auto-corrected had she used the computer. Jayne has the knowledge and skills to achieve and meet objectives and expectations, but considerable prompts are necessary at times to enlist her cooperation and maximum effort if she is not engaged in the process, activity, or does not see its merit. Jayne and I reviewed the basics of informative narratives and was reminded of the importance of avoiding the personal pronoun 'I' or using contractions. She was also encouraged to include what inspired her thoughts and a method to cite the source where she obtained the information, even if it is her own strategy.

Session Minutes
30
Minutes Student Attended
30
Session Hours
0.50
Hours Attended
0.50
Entry Status
Review Status
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