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Guidance for Developing On-Demand PromptsKASC has analyzed the ten prompts released by KDE to find consistency in the wording and structure of the writing tasks. Based on our interpretation of the released items, we have created basic templates to help teachers develop On-Demand prompts. Remember, the key to student achievement is to provide quality writing instruction based on the standards, not to practice prompts. On-Demand is an assessment tool and not a mode of writing. For passage-based prompts, select grade level passage(s) appropriate in Lexile level, length, and content.Write a situation that provides a context for the writing task. Be sure the situation includes the purpose and audience. Think of situations currently affecting your students and school community.Be cautious to avoid topics/issues that lead students to a particular belief or create unwanted controversy.Use a template below to create a situation. Informative/Explanatory Situation TemplatesPassage BasedWrite an article/speech/explanation/ _____(or other form) for _________ (audience) about/to explain ____________. Include information about _______________ (from passage). Optional: Describe ______________ (from passage)When given a passage with choices, ask students to:Decide which___________ is ____________. Write an explanation for _________ (audience) about _____________ (from passage or personal experience). Support your choice logically and effectively.Stand AloneWrite an article/speech/explanation for _________ (audience) about/to explain ____________. Optional: Include information about _______________ (from table; stand alones can still include something short to read, such as a table, or just knowledge that kids have about a subject). Argumentative (6-12) Situation TemplatesWrite a letter/email/article/commentary/essay/speech/______(or other form) for/to _________ (audience and/or publication). Present an argument about whether or not ___________________. Provide reasons and details to support your argument.Passage based: Use information from the passage to support your plan/idea/other.Narrative Situation TemplatesThink about what it would be like to_____________________. Write a narrative for ____________ (audience and/or form).High School Stand-Alone PromptsInformative/ExplanatoryWriting situation: Your class has just finished reading “Temperance and Choices” and will be discussing which kind of person demonstrates more admirable qualities— Person A, Person B, or Person C.Writing directions:Write an explanation you will present to your class about which person possesses more admirable qualities. Use information from the passage in your explanation.KDE released prompt for 10th gradeWriting situation:The Chinese philosopher Confucius said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” Almost everyone would like to get paid for doing something that they love. However, job satisfaction is just one of many factors to consider when choosing a career path. For example, how much money do you need or want to make? Is the respect of others very important to you? How much stress are you willing to have in your life?Read the chart below to gain some insight into four different types of jobs.Writing directions:Decide which type of job is most appealing to you. Write an explanation for your school newspaper about your chosen career for the future. Support your choice logically and effectively. KDE Released Item for 11th gradeWriting situation: As families consider moving to your district, the parents and students like to tour the school and ask questions about the classes offered in the school. Your principal would like to have testimonials from current students about the best classes and programs the school has to offer. Writing directions:Write an essay to be included in an informational booklet about the school. Explain the best class or program you feel has benefited you at the school. Writing situation: Your school recommends that all students be involved in at least one extracurricular activity. As a high school student, you serve as a mentor for incoming students.Writing directions:Write a speech for new student orientation in which you inform incoming students about your school’s extracurricular offerings. Be sure to discuss a variety of activities and benefits of each one.ArgumentativeWriting situation: Many schools across the country are using surveillance cameras to ensure student safety. Some people believe it will decrease violence and vandalism; others believe it is invasion of privacy. Your school based decision-making council is considering surveillance cameras in your school.Writing directions: Write a speech for the school council, presenting an argument for or against surveillance cameras being installed in your school. Provide reasons and details to support your argument.Writing situation: There is much debate over the use of social media as it relates to the workplace. Despite privacy settings, users of Facebook and Twitter know that their comments can be seen by large numbers of people. If a person makes disparaging remarks about their job or coworkers, should those remarks be grounds for getting fired? (The following link gives a specific example that could be added to the prompt.) directions: Write an editorial for the newspaper to present your argument whether or not a person should be fired for comments made on social media. Provide details and reasons to support your argument.Writing situation: High school students are no strangers to the stress of standardized testing, especially as they get closer to applying to college. The use of standardized tests has become a national debate among students, parents, and educators for many reasons. Do they provide an accurate measure of student performance? Do they predict college success? One private university in Kentucky recently announced its decision to make it optional for students to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications. Other factors will be considered when students are selected for admission.Writing directions: Write an editorial for the local newspaper to present your argument about whether standardized tests such as the ACT and SAT should be required for students to apply to colleges. Provide reasons to support your argument. For more topics suitable for opinion pieces see the following links: This site offers pros and cons for consideration, which would be suitable for passage based on-demand.NarrativeWriting situation:The concept of school safety is not just an issue within the building. One of the biggest concerns is the safety of students as vehicles enter and exit the student parking area. Think of a time or an incident when proper procedures were not followed.Writing directions:As a student driver, write an editorial for your school paper about the importance of all students following school parking procedures. Support your ideas by writing about a time when safety procedures proved to be important.Writing situation:Each year, freshmen enter the doors of your high school excited about new possibilities. Adjusting to a new school, schedule, teachers, programs, etc. can be intimidating for new students and cause anxiety for them. A new student handbook is being prepared to help students with the many transitions they will face. Consider your experiences in high school and reflect on which teachers, counselors, coaches, or support programs have helped you be successful. Writing directions:Write an essay for the new student handbook, reflecting on your most positive experience in high school. Include a narrative that depicts the support you have received from an adult or program in your school. ................
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