I used Word Mapping with five of my ninth grade reading classes and one 11th/12th grade reading class, about 120 students total. These classes were mixed ESE and regular ed students, all struggling readers with the goal of passing FSA to graduate. After giving a pre test, word mapping was used every other day from September through November, 40 minutes at a time. Word mapping lessons worked well with our 45 minute class schedule. Attendance issues were the only problems, when a student missed a lesson, they needed extra time to get caught up. I displayed many review charts around the room to help with missed lessons. You can find a copy of my Student Outcome Data in the Live Binder. I received feedback from my SIM specialist, Janet Atallah, an number of times, before, during and after word mapping. Also, in the Live Binder you will find a copy of our September Coaching Log.
