The phrase 'Language for Learning', as opposed to 'literacy', reflects the idea that proficiency in language underpins success in every subject as well in life beyond school, and that it's about so much more than how to use a semi-colon or knowing what a fronted adverbial is. We have split Language for Learning into four key strands, covering using full sentences in speech and writing, modelling the process of writing, acknowledging that keywords are key to understanding, and enabling students to 'bulletproof' their own work.
A great technique to get children to work on improving the quality of their responses by improving a sentence either together or on their own. See below for two versions, one with a points system attached to focus on subject specific terminology. Uplifting sentences
Give the pupils certain words that are more challenging to use either in a discussion task or written task. This provides a challenge and gets them thinking creatively! Pupils can also set targets for certain words for their partners to use too. Spend the word!
Pupils can use this proof reading checklist to independently check their work for spelling accuracy, punctuation and grammar. Bulletproof version 1
The class collaborates to construct a model paragraph either using a visualizer, whiteboard, or airplay on the Ipad. Pupils identify assessment objectives evident in the piece of writing or success criteria where appropriate. Pupils can they reflect on their level of confidence, and therefore support required, to complete the next paragraph independently.