Review: Eduprotocols Field Guide Book 2

Last weekend I attended the 4th EduProtocols Worldwide conference. The half-hour sessions whizzed by, the presenters were fabulous, and I learned a LOT about implementing EduProtocols in the classroom. I also decided to pick up “EduProtocols Field Guide Book 2” to round out my collection that includes “EduProtocols Field Guide Book 1” and “EduProtocols Field Guide Social Studies Edition.”

In short, EduProtocols are learning routines that promote student engagement and critical thinking. These protocols include reading, writing, listening, and speaking. They are easy for teachers AND students to implement. 

Similar to Book 1 and Social Studies Edition, Book 2 introduces a number of EduProtocols. These chapters include easy to understand explanations, examples, learning goals, and adaptations. Book 2 then launches into variations developed by teachers before turning to the connections between learning theory and EduProtocols. The extensive discussion on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) includes two specific “case studies'' demonstrating how EduProtocols, properly implemented, can support ALL students. Speaking of ALL students, EduProtocols also supports English Language Learners. In fact, after participating in BeGLAD training earlier this school year, I immediately recognized places where EduProtocols can be plugged into the lesson sequence.

Best of all, there is explicit discussion (be still my beating heart) about how EduProtocols support students in a way that an expensive textbook program cannot. Thank you, EduProtocols.

If you are looking for ways to develop literacy skills AND support ALL students in their learning goals in a highly engaging way, EduProtocols is for you. These routines can be implemented easily and don’t require expensive supplies. Most can be done online or offline (or a combination thereof). Book 2 is a great addition to the collection.