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Connecticut Longitudinal Study & Ehri's Phases

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Connecticut Longitudinal Study & Ehri's Phases

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10 Minutes Starts Ehri

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Extension Activity

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Michelle Elia, ODE Literacy Academy

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Ohio Department of Education and Workforce

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Literacy Academy 2020: The Reading Brain - Michelle Elia

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Dr. Mary Dahlgren "Sound Walls and Phonemes"

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1. Consciously unskilled - we know that we don't have this skill.

2. Consciously skilled- we know that we have this skill.

3. Unconsciously skilled - we don't know that we have this skill, but we don't focus on it because it's so easy.

This "ladder of learning" is shown in figure 1, below.

Figure 1 - The Conscious Competence Ladder

Some people prefer to think of the learning process as a matrix, with incompetence/competence on the horizontal axis and unconscious/conscious on the vertical axis (see figure 2, below). Use the representation that works best for you.

Figure 2 - The Conscious Competence Matrix

Why Is the Conscious Competence Ladder Useful?

The Conscious Competence Ladder is useful in several ways.

For example, during the consciously unskilled phase, you can reassure yourself that, although learning this skill is difficult and frustrating right now, things will improve in the future. And, when you're unconsciously skilled, the model reminds you to value the skills that you've gained, and not to be too impatient with people who have yet to gain them.

It's also useful in coaching and training situations, because it allows you to be in touch with what your people are thinking and feeling. You can then help them to understand their emotions as they learn new skills, and encourage them when they're feeling disillusioned.

How to Use the Conscious Competence Ladder

The following sections look at each level in more detail, and highlight strategies that you can use to move yourself through each stage successfully, as you learn a new skill. They also cover strategies that you can use when you're guiding other people through the learning process.

Level 1 - Unconsciously Unskilled (You Don't Know That You Need This Skill)

To move out of level 1, use tools like Personal SWOT Analysis and a Training Needs Assessment to identify your strengths and weaknesses, and to understand which skills you need to learn. As part of this, ask other people for their input, so that you can uncover weaknesses and skill needs that you might otherwise miss.

If you're coaching other people, be aware that at the beginning of the process, they may not know how unskilled they are. You'll need to make them understand how much they need to learn. You'll also need to explain why they need to learn these skills.

Level 2 - Consciously Unskilled (You Know That You Need This Skill)

By this stage, you've discovered that you need to learn new skills. You realize that others are much more competent than you are, and that they can easily do things that you are struggling with.

Use tools like affirmations and Treasure Maps to combat negative thinking and to refocus your energy on days when you feel down. Remember, learning might be uncomfortable in the short term, but these skills will help you to reach your goals and build a better life.

Level 3 - Consciously Skilled (You Know That You Have This Skill)

At this level, you know that you have acquired the skills and knowledge you need. You put your learning into practice regularly, and you gain even more confidence as you use your new skills.

You still need to concentrate when you perform these activities, but, as you get more practice and experience, these activities become increasingly automatic.

If you're coaching team members, keep them focused on the skills that they need to learn, and give them plenty of opportunities to practice these skills.

For example, you could assign them projects that use their new skills, or set them relevant training exercises.

Level 4 - Unconsciously Skilled (This Skill Is Now Effortless)

Once you master one set of skills, it's important to learn more if you want to continue to grow.

A good way to do this is to teach these new skills to others in your organization. This will keep information fresh in your mind, deepen your understanding of the material, and give you a rewarding way to pass this knowledge on to others.

Also, bear in mind that you may go back down the ladder if you don't use your new skills regularly.

If you're coaching, make sure that people avoid complacency, and that they stay up-to-date with their skills.

You may also need to remind people how difficult it was to reach this level, so that they offer empathy and support to people who are at an earlier stage in the process.

Even when your team members are unconsciously skilled, encourage them to use checklists and formal procedures so that they still need to think about what they're doing at important points.

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The Conscious Competence Ladder - Developing Awareness of Your Skill Levels

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Learn how to manage difficult emotions when learning new skills. This article on the Conscious Competence Ladder is endorsed by its originator, Noel Burch.

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Data Instructional Facilitator (Coach)
I have three boys.

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I'm Julie Cox - Literacy Coach for the District.  I can't think of anything about me - my brain is in a fog - late night return from 2 week vacay.  :)

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I'm Julie Cox - Literacy Coach for the District.  I can't think of anything about me - my brain is in a fog - late night return from 2 week vacay.  :)

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Second grade classroom teacher
I am married with two daughters and a Mastiff named Titus. I have lived in the Danville area all my life.

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I teach 2nd grade.
I am married with 2 kids (4 year old girl and a 15 month boy)

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First Grade classroom teacher. I'm married and have three kids.

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Kindergarten
Married with 2 boys and a dog

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Special Education Instructional Coach
I'm going through a kitchen remodel and my husband is working from home as well so this week will be fun!

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I am a Data and Instructional Facilitator for the district. I am married with 4 kids.

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2nd grade teacher and Unit Leader
Recently married (1 month today)
I have 2 daughters.  Ages are 20 & 14.

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I am an SLP. I have been married to Greg for 27 years and we have 4 kids. I live in the country and have a Brittany Spaniel, a cat, and 12 chickens.

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I am Gail Lewis.  I teach 4th grade.  I have two teenagers so I feel your pain!  I have lived in Danville my whole life.  I am excited to learn more about LETRS.

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I am Gail Lewis.  I teach 4th grade.  I have two teenagers so I feel your pain!  I have lived in Danville my whole life.  I am excited to learn more about LETRS.

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I teach K functional life skills.  I have chickens.

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It was a good day one...spending time on Unit 1 gave a much better understanding of all of its research and the information provided

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Nice pace for day 1.  Would like the opportunity to switch up partners for practice & discussion.  No questions yet.

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A lot of information was covered. Very useful to go through again and become more familiar with it so we will be able to help others.

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great review of unit 1.

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This was a really stress-free and entertaining training.  I love that we spend more time grappling with unit 1.  It was very helpful.

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This was a really stress-free and entertaining training.  I love that we spend more time grappling with unit 1.  It was very helpful.

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Very engaging training. I definitely appreciate all the review of the theoretical models. I feel more comfortable with those now. Could probably use some review each day to make sure those are solid.

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The training was great!  Overwhelming but I feel I learned a lot more in depth. 

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The training was great!  Overwhelming but I feel I learned a lot more in depth. 

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Hearing additional information helped a lot when preparing to guide others through this learning.

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Very engaging! I appreciated the opportunity to think it through and practice presenting.

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It was very helpful to review this activities. This time I was looking at it through a different role then just teacher to my students.

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How do you get teachers over the topic we are learning is too tough and they want to revert back to the easy?

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How do you get teachers over the topic we are learning is too tough and they want to revert back to the easy?

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Allophonic Variations

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Allophonic Variation

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Allophonic Variation

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LETRS License Management Quick Reference

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LETRS License Management Quick Reference

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It has been so nice to revisit the content again with suggestions from you.  Great job to the groups that presented today!
Julie

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I enjoy the review of the consonant and vowel chart. These charts really helped me this year when giving spelling tests to my students and understanding where they needed more support. I need to remember to make the correct sound for the letter r.  Great day!

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I have enjoyed working again with the vowel valley and the consonant phoneme articulation chart. I feel like I am getting more familiar with those. I liked that we went over the pho definitions and clarify those. I still have to think about those and what each one means and their characteristics. Jeanne Wise

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Love the review of important concepts and tips for presenting these to our colleagues.

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It has been very helpful going over these ideas again. It also has been helpful having us fill out the consonant chart and the vowel phonemes chart.

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I really enjoy having the time to explore with the hands on activities (vowel valley, 4 part processing of vocab, etc..)  No immediate questions right now. ~ Rae

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I found the extra tips for teaching very helpful today! I think it will make an impact on how I present.

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I feel like I am getting so much more out of these trainings.  It really helps to have the activities to take back to the teachers.  They are fun and engaging!

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I feel like I am getting so much more out of these trainings.  It really helps to have the activities to take back to the teachers.  They are fun and engaging!

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I am glad we went back through and talked about how all of the vowel sounds are made. I think that is something many of us didn't consider when teaching those sounds.

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I love the "Know Your Pho"  activity.  It really helped me to  understand the Pho terms better.  I liked spending time on Erhi's phases. Lisa Cottrell

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I love the "Know Your Pho"  activity.  It really helped me to  understand the Pho terms better.  I liked spending time on Erhi's phases. Lisa Cottrell

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I am glad to be a part of this training and being able to see how I can support my teachers better! I really hope that we will be able to collaborate more effectively and head so many issues off early!!

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Unit 3 - Phonetics of Spanish Background Knowledge

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Unit 3 - Phonetics of Spanish Background Knowledge

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✔What did you learn about Gerardo from each assessment – PAST, Decoding Survey, Spelling Inventory, and Writing Sample

✔How can this information be used to plan instructional next steps?

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I loved all the activities and examples from today. I can't wait to try in my class. I found the Heggerty assessment. Thanks!

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Thank you for powering through even though we are feeling it at this point! This material is so good!!

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I like all the activities given today!  Going through the phonics lesson plan was also very helpful. Thank you!

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I liked the conversation around allophonic variations. Lots of ideas and ways to ensure our kids are learning the rules.

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This is so much information, but truly helpful in trying to solidify things in my mind before presenting it to others.  I really appreciate all the tips you share for presenting.

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I love the alternate phonics activities. I also loved the zap it activity and I can see my students love zapping it their words!

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I am excited to share this with teachers!  I have too many books in my Amazon cart :)

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I am excited to share this with teachers!  I have too many books in my Amazon cart :)

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I liked review the allophonic variations today. It was good to hear them again. I also liked seeing the activities demonstrated today. Very useful to see them again.

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The allophonic variations were really interesting and helpful in helping to determining why students are making certain spelling mistakes. Lisa Cottrell

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I really benefited from the breakdown of the PAST. I also am excited to see & use the Heggerty assessment.

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Again, it's so nice to get another dose of this material. I am understanding it much better. I appreciate all of the tips you are giving us. Very helpful! Thanks for another great day! - Julie