Step One

1.       As a class, brainstorm characteristics of a good concept map.  Create a concept map of concept maps on the board.

2.       Discuss as a class how a teacher can assess a concept map.  Create a checklist or rubric for assessing the concept map.

3.       For the next class period, read the article “Graphic Organizers with UDL” http://www.cast.org/publications/ncac/ncac_goudl.html.  Pay close attention to the section “Instructional Context.”

4.       For the next class period, read the children’s story A Bad Case of Stripes by David Shannon.

5.       Using paper and pencil/pen, create a concept map for the character of Camilla .  Make sure you bring it to the next class period.

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