Gradual Release of Responsibility
EL
TEACHER RESPONSIBILITY
Modeling
"I Do"
Structured Practice
Structured Practice
"We Do"
Application
"You Do"
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Modeling
"I Do"
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Your modeling should directly and clearly demonstrate the language skill students will eventually apply independently in the assessment. Think of this step as making your thought process visible, giving students a strong foundation before they practice it with your support.
Application
"You Do"
In this step, students will take the assessment on their own. Some may need extra support or practice before they can do it independently, so it is important to plan ahead.
Click for Steps
Structured Practice
"We Do"
In this step, you will bridge the gap between teacher modeling and independent student practice. The structured practice is key to gradually releasing responsibility while providing the right support based on student needs.
Click for Steps
Gradual Release of Responsibility
Raya Womack
Created on March 25, 2025
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Gradual Release of Responsibility
EL
TEACHER RESPONSIBILITY
Modeling
"I Do"
Structured Practice
Structured Practice
"We Do"
Application
"You Do"
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITY
Modeling
"I Do"
Click for Steps
Your modeling should directly and clearly demonstrate the language skill students will eventually apply independently in the assessment. Think of this step as making your thought process visible, giving students a strong foundation before they practice it with your support.
Application
"You Do"
In this step, students will take the assessment on their own. Some may need extra support or practice before they can do it independently, so it is important to plan ahead.
Click for Steps
Structured Practice
"We Do"
In this step, you will bridge the gap between teacher modeling and independent student practice. The structured practice is key to gradually releasing responsibility while providing the right support based on student needs.
Click for Steps