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Quality Assignment Routine
     The Quality Assignment Routine is used to plan, present, and engage students in quality assignments and then evaluate assignments with students. From the research study, characteristics of good assignments and the important elements for the routine were learned through surveys completed by teachers and students and from focus groups with teachers and students. All of the characteristics and elements were deemed important through the survey results.

Linking Steps

1. Announce the Assignment and Its Purpose
2. State Clear Instructions
3. Stop for Students to "REACT"
4. Investigate Student Understanding
5. Give Start-Up Time and Offer Help
6. Note Expectations

Download Centre

Microsoft PowerPoint version
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Microsoft Word version
Checklist for completion and observation (PDF) version

NOTE: The information on this site is intended for GSCS teachers who have received the appropriate Content Enhancement training.