Ebook: The construction zone: building scaffolds for readers and writers

Scaffolding : what it means and what it means for you -- Getting focused : identifying learning targets -- Staying focused : designing a plan and keeping the goal in sight -- Flexible design : planning instruction with an open mind -- Flexible delivery : monitoring progress and making adjustments -- The feedback loop : observing, reflecting, and responding -- Constructive feedback : responding in ways that foster independence -- Teaching for responsibility : putting learners in control -- Monitoring for responsibility : knowing when to let go.