studentagencyThe level of control,autonomy, and powerstudents have in theirlearning process. Whenstudents have agency,they take ownership oftheir learning, leading tohigher engagement andmotivation.scaffoldingSupport provided bythe teacher to guidestudents throughcomplex tasks orguided questions tokeep conversationsproductive.metacognitionThe process of thinkingabout one’s own thinking. Itinvolves awareness andregulation of cognitiveprocesses , such asplanning, monitoring, andevaluating one’sunderstanding andproblem-solving strategies. data-driveninstructionUsing data fromformative assessmentsto inform instructionaldecisions. Thisapproach helpsteachers identifystudent needs andadjust teachingstrategies accordingly. accountabletalkA type of classroomdialogue where studentsare encouraged to justifytheir thinking, ask clarifyingquestions, and engagerespectfully with others’ideas. In small groups, thispromotes deeperunderstanding and criticalthinking. culturallyresponsiveIncorporating students’diverse backgrounds,cultures, andexperiences intowriting activities. Thisfosters inclusivity andallows students toexpress themselvesmore authentically. real- worldconnectionsRelating writing tasksto students’ lives,current events, or real-world issues. Thismakes writing moremeaningful and helpsstudents see thepurpose behind theirwork. collaborationWorking together withpeers to achieve acommon goal or complextask. Collaborativeactivities foster studentengagement byencouragingcommunication, teamwork,and the sharing of diverseperspectives. differentiationAdapting instruction andassessment to meet thediverse needs oflearners. Differentiationensures that formativeassessments areappropriate for students’individual abilities. peer-feedbackFeedback provided bystudents to oneanother. This strategypromotes collaborativelearning and helpsstudents developcritical thinking andcommunication skills. learninggoalsClear, measureable,objectives that definewhat students shouldknow to be able to doafter a lesson or unit.These goals guideformative assessmentsand feedback. successcriteriaThe specific indicators orbenchmarks that showwhether students havemet the learningobjective. Definingsuccess criteria helpsboth teachers andstudents understandwhat mastery looks like. multimodalwritingIntegrating different formsof media - such as videos,podcasts, or infographics -into writing assignments.This approach allowsstudents to engage withcontent in diverse ways,making writing moredynamic and aligned withhow they consumeinfochoiceAllowing students toselect their own topicsor themes for writingassignments. Whenstudents have options,they are more engagedand motivated becausethe writing feels morepersonally relevant.inclusiveparticipationEnsuring that all groupmembers are involved andengaged in theconversation. Strategieslike think-pair-share orassigning discussionquestions can help fosterinclusive participation,making sure every voice isheard. self-assessmentA process in whichstudents evaluate theirown work or progressbased on set criteria.Self-assessmentencourages reflectionand helps studentstake ownership of theirlearning. socraticquestioningA disciplined questioningtechnique used to explorecomplex ideas, uncoverassumptions, anddistinguish what we knowfrom what we don’t know. Itencourages deep thinkingthrough open-endedquestions that challengeunderlying beliefs. activelearningA learning approach wherestudents activelyparticipate in the learningprocess through activitieslike discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on-tasks. Active learningpromotes deeperunderstanding andretention of material. turn-takingA structured approach toconversation thatensures all students in asmall group have theopportunity to speak.Turn-taking helpsbalance participation andensures that quieterstudents contribute. formativeassessmentOngoing assessmentsused by teachers tomonitor student learningand provide timelyfeedback forimprovement. Theseassessments help guideinstruction and improvestudent outcomes. progressmonitoringRegularly trackingstudent progress towardlearning goals throughformative assessments.Progress monitoringhelps teachers adjustinstruction in real-time tosupport student growth. negotiationof meaningThe process throughwhich students worktogether to clarify andunderstand each other’sideas. In small groups,this involves activelistening, questioning,and rephrasing to ensuremutual understanding. higherorderthinkingA concept from Bloom’sTaxonomy that involves theadvanced stages ofcognitive processing, suchas analysis, synthesis, andevaluation, where learnersmust go beyond merememorization to apply,critique, and create newunderstanding. exitticketA quick formativeassessment given at theend of a lesson to gaugestudent understanding. Exittickets provide immediatefeedback on whetherstudents have grasped thelesson’s objectives andguide future instruction. learningobjectiveA clear, specific statementthat outlines what studentsshould know or be able todo by the end of a lesson.Purposeful objectives helpguide instruction and focusstudent learning on keyoutcomes.rubricsScoring guides used toevaluate student workbased on predefinedcriteria. Rubricsprovide students withclear expectations andconsistent feedback ontheir performance. collaborativelearningAn instructional approachwhere students worktogether in small groups tosolve problems, discussideas, or complete tasks.This encourages peerinteraction and sharedresponsibility for learning.feedbackInformation given tostudents about theirperformance relative tolearning goals. Effectivefeedback is timely, specific,and actionable, helpingstudents understand theirstrengths and areas forimprovement. intrinsicmotivationThe internal drive toengage in learning forpersonal satisfaction orinterest rather than externalrewards. Intrinsicmotivation leads tomeaningful engagement asstudents find value andpurpose in what they arelearning. reflectionEncouraging studentsto think about theirlearning process,successes andchallenges. Reflectionhelps studentsinternalize feedbackand use it to improvefuture performance. authenticaudienceWriting for an audiencebeyond the teacher, suchas peers, family members,or the broader community.Knowing their work will beshared or published canmotivate students to taketheir writing more seriously. studentagencyThe level of control,autonomy, and powerstudents have in theirlearning process. Whenstudents have agency,they take ownership oftheir learning, leading tohigher engagement andmotivation.scaffoldingSupport provided bythe teacher to guidestudents throughcomplex tasks orguided questions tokeep conversationsproductive.metacognitionThe process of thinkingabout one’s own thinking. Itinvolves awareness andregulation of cognitiveprocesses , such asplanning, monitoring, andevaluating one’sunderstanding andproblem-solving strategies. data-driveninstructionUsing data fromformative assessmentsto inform instructionaldecisions. Thisapproach helpsteachers identifystudent needs andadjust teachingstrategies accordingly. accountabletalkA type of classroomdialogue where studentsare encouraged to justifytheir thinking, ask clarifyingquestions, and engagerespectfully with others’ideas. In small groups, thispromotes deeperunderstanding and criticalthinking. culturallyresponsiveIncorporating students’diverse backgrounds,cultures, andexperiences intowriting activities. Thisfosters inclusivity andallows students toexpress themselvesmore authentically. real- worldconnectionsRelating writing tasksto students’ lives,current events, or real-world issues. Thismakes writing moremeaningful and helpsstudents see thepurpose behind theirwork. collaborationWorking together withpeers to achieve acommon goal or complextask. Collaborativeactivities foster studentengagement byencouragingcommunication, teamwork,and the sharing of diverseperspectives. differentiationAdapting instruction andassessment to meet thediverse needs oflearners. Differentiationensures that formativeassessments areappropriate for students’individual abilities. peer-feedbackFeedback provided bystudents to oneanother. This strategypromotes collaborativelearning and helpsstudents developcritical thinking andcommunication skills. learninggoalsClear, measureable,objectives that definewhat students shouldknow to be able to doafter a lesson or unit.These goals guideformative assessmentsand feedback. successcriteriaThe specific indicators orbenchmarks that showwhether students havemet the learningobjective. Definingsuccess criteria helpsboth teachers andstudents understandwhat mastery looks like. multimodalwritingIntegrating different formsof media - such as videos,podcasts, or infographics -into writing assignments.This approach allowsstudents to engage withcontent in diverse ways,making writing moredynamic and aligned withhow they consumeinfochoiceAllowing students toselect their own topicsor themes for writingassignments. Whenstudents have options,they are more engagedand motivated becausethe writing feels morepersonally relevant.inclusiveparticipationEnsuring that all groupmembers are involved andengaged in theconversation. Strategieslike think-pair-share orassigning discussionquestions can help fosterinclusive participation,making sure every voice isheard. self-assessmentA process in whichstudents evaluate theirown work or progressbased on set criteria.Self-assessmentencourages reflectionand helps studentstake ownership of theirlearning. socraticquestioningA disciplined questioningtechnique used to explorecomplex ideas, uncoverassumptions, anddistinguish what we knowfrom what we don’t know. Itencourages deep thinkingthrough open-endedquestions that challengeunderlying beliefs. activelearningA learning approach wherestudents activelyparticipate in the learningprocess through activitieslike discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on-tasks. Active learningpromotes deeperunderstanding andretention of material. turn-takingA structured approach toconversation thatensures all students in asmall group have theopportunity to speak.Turn-taking helpsbalance participation andensures that quieterstudents contribute. formativeassessmentOngoing assessmentsused by teachers tomonitor student learningand provide timelyfeedback forimprovement. Theseassessments help guideinstruction and improvestudent outcomes. progressmonitoringRegularly trackingstudent progress towardlearning goals throughformative assessments.Progress monitoringhelps teachers adjustinstruction in real-time tosupport student growth. negotiationof meaningThe process throughwhich students worktogether to clarify andunderstand each other’sideas. In small groups,this involves activelistening, questioning,and rephrasing to ensuremutual understanding. higherorderthinkingA concept from Bloom’sTaxonomy that involves theadvanced stages ofcognitive processing, suchas analysis, synthesis, andevaluation, where learnersmust go beyond merememorization to apply,critique, and create newunderstanding. exitticketA quick formativeassessment given at theend of a lesson to gaugestudent understanding. Exittickets provide immediatefeedback on whetherstudents have grasped thelesson’s objectives andguide future instruction. learningobjectiveA clear, specific statementthat outlines what studentsshould know or be able todo by the end of a lesson.Purposeful objectives helpguide instruction and focusstudent learning on keyoutcomes.rubricsScoring guides used toevaluate student workbased on predefinedcriteria. Rubricsprovide students withclear expectations andconsistent feedback ontheir performance. collaborativelearningAn instructional approachwhere students worktogether in small groups tosolve problems, discussideas, or complete tasks.This encourages peerinteraction and sharedresponsibility for learning.feedbackInformation given tostudents about theirperformance relative tolearning goals. Effectivefeedback is timely, specific,and actionable, helpingstudents understand theirstrengths and areas forimprovement. intrinsicmotivationThe internal drive toengage in learning forpersonal satisfaction orinterest rather than externalrewards. Intrinsicmotivation leads tomeaningful engagement asstudents find value andpurpose in what they arelearning. reflectionEncouraging studentsto think about theirlearning process,successes andchallenges. Reflectionhelps studentsinternalize feedbackand use it to improvefuture performance. authenticaudienceWriting for an audiencebeyond the teacher, suchas peers, family members,or the broader community.Knowing their work will beshared or published canmotivate students to taketheir writing more seriously. 

Sunnyvale Six BINGO - Call List

(Print) Use this randomly generated list as your call list when playing the game. There is no need to say the BINGO column name. Place some kind of mark (like an X, a checkmark, a dot, tally mark, etc) on each cell as you announce it, to keep track. You can also cut out each item, place them in a bag and pull words from the bag.


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  1. The level of control, autonomy, and power students have in their learning process. When students have agency, they take ownership of their learning, leading to higher engagement and motivation.
    student agency
  2. Support provided by the teacher to guide students through complex tasks or guided questions to keep conversations productive.
    scaffolding
  3. The process of thinking about one’s own thinking. It involves awareness and regulation of cognitive processes , such as planning, monitoring, and evaluating one’s understanding and problem-solving strategies.
    metacognition
  4. Using data from formative assessments to inform instructional decisions. This approach helps teachers identify student needs and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
    data-driven instruction
  5. A type of classroom dialogue where students are encouraged to justify their thinking, ask clarifying questions, and engage respectfully with others’ ideas. In small groups, this promotes deeper understanding and critical thinking.
    accountable talk
  6. Incorporating students’ diverse backgrounds, cultures, and experiences into writing activities. This fosters inclusivity and allows students to express themselves more authentically.
    culturally responsive
  7. Relating writing tasks to students’ lives, current events, or real-world issues. This makes writing more meaningful and helps students see the purpose behind their work.
    real- world connections
  8. Working together with peers to achieve a common goal or complex task. Collaborative activities foster student engagement by encouraging communication, teamwork, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.
    collaboration
  9. Adapting instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of learners. Differentiation ensures that formative assessments are appropriate for students’ individual abilities.
    differentiation
  10. Feedback provided by students to one another. This strategy promotes collaborative learning and helps students develop critical thinking and communication skills.
    peer-feedback
  11. Clear, measureable, objectives that define what students should know to be able to do after a lesson or unit. These goals guide formative assessments and feedback.
    learning goals
  12. The specific indicators or benchmarks that show whether students have met the learning objective. Defining success criteria helps both teachers and students understand what mastery looks like.
    success criteria
  13. Integrating different forms of media - such as videos, podcasts, or infographics - into writing assignments. This approach allows students to engage with content in diverse ways, making writing more dynamic and aligned with how they consume info
    multimodal writing
  14. Allowing students to select their own topics or themes for writing assignments. When students have options, they are more engaged and motivated because the writing feels more personally relevant.
    choice
  15. Ensuring that all group members are involved and engaged in the conversation. Strategies like think-pair-share or assigning discussion questions can help foster inclusive participation, making sure every voice is heard.
    inclusive participation
  16. A process in which students evaluate their own work or progress based on set criteria. Self-assessment encourages reflection and helps students take ownership of their learning.
    self-assessment
  17. A disciplined questioning technique used to explore complex ideas, uncover assumptions, and distinguish what we know from what we don’t know. It encourages deep thinking through open-ended questions that challenge underlying beliefs.
    socratic questioning
  18. A learning approach where students actively participate in the learning process through activities like discussions, problem-solving, and hands-on-tasks. Active learning promotes deeper understanding and retention of material.
    active learning
  19. A structured approach to conversation that ensures all students in a small group have the opportunity to speak. Turn-taking helps balance participation and ensures that quieter students contribute.
    turn-taking
  20. Ongoing assessments used by teachers to monitor student learning and provide timely feedback for improvement. These assessments help guide instruction and improve student outcomes.
    formative assessment
  21. Regularly tracking student progress toward learning goals through formative assessments. Progress monitoring helps teachers adjust instruction in real-time to support student growth.
    progress monitoring
  22. The process through which students work together to clarify and understand each other’s ideas. In small groups, this involves active listening, questioning, and rephrasing to ensure mutual understanding.
    negotiation of meaning
  23. A concept from Bloom’s Taxonomy that involves the advanced stages of cognitive processing, such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation, where learners must go beyond mere memorization to apply, critique, and create new understanding.
    higher order thinking
  24. A quick formative assessment given at the end of a lesson to gauge student understanding. Exit tickets provide immediate feedback on whether students have grasped the lesson’s objectives and guide future instruction.
    exit ticket
  25. A clear, specific statement that outlines what students should know or be able to do by the end of a lesson. Purposeful objectives help guide instruction and focus student learning on key outcomes.
    learning objective
  26. Scoring guides used to evaluate student work based on predefined criteria. Rubrics provide students with clear expectations and consistent feedback on their performance.
    rubrics
  27. An instructional approach where students work together in small groups to solve problems, discuss ideas, or complete tasks. This encourages peer interaction and shared responsibility for learning.
    collaborative learning
  28. Information given to students about their performance relative to learning goals. Effective feedback is timely, specific, and actionable, helping students understand their strengths and areas for improvement.
    feedback
  29. The internal drive to engage in learning for personal satisfaction or interest rather than external rewards. Intrinsic motivation leads to meaningful engagement as students find value and purpose in what they are learning.
    intrinsic motivation
  30. Encouraging students to think about their learning process, successes and challenges. Reflection helps students internalize feedback and use it to improve future performance.
    reflection
  31. Writing for an audience beyond the teacher, such as peers, family members, or the broader community. Knowing their work will be shared or published can motivate students to take their writing more seriously.
    authentic audience