Teachers in Joliet 86 use the AVID Framework for designing learning activities for students. This easy to use framework combines effective teaching and learning strategies in the areas of active learning, reading and writing instruction, reading across the content areas, and assessment. AVID puts research into practice, giving teachers a framework to use when designing student learning activities in their classrooms. Not only do the strategies in AVID increase comprehension of content area topics, they boost reading and writing skills. Using this tool is a simple way for Joliet 86 teachers to ensure that literacy skills are targeted in every subject area throughout the day.

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Lesson Plans

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Active Learning Backpack Ideas

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Primary Resources

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