What Is The Purpose Of Assessment?
What Is The Purpose Of Assessment? Read More
In a perfect world, all assessment would be formative–an ongoing loop of learning, feedback, revision, and learning again.
Teaching
Teaching: The art & science of helping people learn
Direction Instruction Versus Project-Based Learning
Direction Instruction Versus Project-Based Learning Read More
Direct instruction is the explicit teaching of objectives while project-based learning is more passive, ongoing, and self-directed.
What Do Other Teachers Think Of ‘Cool Teachers’?
What Do Other Teachers Think Of ‘Cool Teachers’? Read More
While ‘being cool’ isn’t necessary for effective pedagogy, there is an undeniable performative component to teaching.
5 Out-Of-The Box Assessment Strategies Every Teacher Should Know
5 Out-Of-The Box Assessment Strategies Every Teacher Should Know Read More
Students need access to lower-level information to then use in higher-level thinking that requires them to synthesize disparate perspectives.
A Planning Guide For Project-Based Learning In The Elementary Classroom
A Planning Guide For Project-Based Learning In The Elementary Classroom Read More
This planning template for project-based learning in the elementary school classroom includes both a blank and completed example.
10 Reasons Every Teacher Needs A Professional Learning Network
10 Reasons Every Teacher Needs A Professional Learning Network Read More
A personal learning network is a group of people you connect with to learn from through their ideas, questions, backgrounds, and references.
What’s A KWHLAQ Chart? Like A KWL Chart But Better
What’s A KWHLAQ Chart? Like A KWL Chart But Better Read More
A KWHL chart is a variation of a KWL graphic organizer that adds ‘How’ to the predictive and reflective process.
3 Questions To Help Make ‘Deeper Learning’ Work
3 Questions To Help Make ‘Deeper Learning’ Work Read More
Deeper learning work presents opportunities for students to wrestle with concepts, ideas, and knowledge in a culture of inquiry.