Assignments Matter
Task Jam
National Writing Project 
at Rider University
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  • Task Reflection Protocol
  • Agenda

Questions to Consider Today

  1. Why is it important to craft assignments that matter?
  2. What makes them matter?
  3. Does your assignment create "pretty" work from the unit or  does it address standards and unit learning goals?

What is a Template Task?

  • It's a framework for assignments designed by the LDC to be aligned to CCSS when students are writing in response to texts.
  • It's not a "canned assignment" but rather a tool to be modified to fit your individual classes.

Navigating The Task Bank

  • The task bank represents 29 options to phrase your tasks using LDC guidelines.
  • It's broken down into the 3 types of tasks: Argumentative, Informative/Explanatory, Narrative (non-fiction).
  • Each type of task is then broken down by what type of assignment the task is focused on. 
  • The tasks come with a sample rubric.

Anatomy of a Template Task PowerPoint  *

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