Module 1 chapter 1-3

         These chapters discussed assessments and different literacy events. The module was about assessments, assessing ELL students and the classroom learning environment. The most valuable assignment we did for this module was the learning environment map. The DeVries book talks about safety being the most important part of your classroom environment  I believe that a full library with alot of different selections is one of the most important parts of the classroom.(ELL)(REC 6.10,6.12) My textbook from my seminar class was about best practices in reading. One of the best practices is having an appropriate library full of all different selections. You should also have a print rich environment. 
       The DeVries book also discusses assessments and the different kinds. There are many different assessments. The module discusses that we should use many assessments especially with our ELL students.(ELL) I was doing an observation in a 3rd grade class this year. In Brevard County the 3rd graders have portfolios. There is a set of standards for the portfolio and the students have to pass it in order to advance to the next grade.The teacher likes the portfolios since she can see the growth in students and she can see where her students may have weaknesses  I think portfolios are a good way to assess students.(REC 5.12) I learned in my ESOL classes that portfolios are a good way to assess ELL students.(ELL)