Innovative "morphological grids" are introduced, offering 144 strategies for effectively designing workshops, professional learning communities, and staff meetings. Drawing from extensive experience in professional development, the authors provide practical tools aimed at enhancing collaborative learning and engagement among educators.
Focusing on adult learners, this book delves into the six levels of transfer and introduces seven bridging strategies to enhance the application of professional development content. It emphasizes how the knowledge gained can be effectively integrated into both classroom settings and real-life situations, providing valuable insights for educators aiming to facilitate meaningful learning experiences.
The authors demonstrate how to develop higher-order thinking, mindful decision making, and productive problem-solving skills in all students and provide a six-step process for developing thematic learning units. Inhaltsverzeichnis Foreword by Howard Gardner Acknowledgments Introduction The Why s and Wherefore s A Look at the Book 1. Theories Caine and Caine s Twelve Principles From the Tower: Gardner s Theory of Multiple Intelligences From the Field: Multiple Intelligences From the Tower: Fogarty s Models of Curriculum Integration From the Field: Curriculum Integration Differentiated Instruction Frames of Mind - Grid Talk 2. Teams Teams Rap List of Words (Bombardment) Jagged Profile Activities Jagged Profile Implications Collaborative Teams in Professional Learning Communities Forming Teams: Top Down or Bottom Up? Beginning the Conversation: It s a Start! Teaming Conference Team Meetings Guide on the Side: Facilitating the Team or PLC 3. Themes Themes as Organizing Centers Themes as Catalysts Thematic Teaching Theorists T-H-E-M-E-S Basic Models Introduction to Tandems - Themes Elementary Lesson: "Miss Mary Mack" Middle School Lesson: Africa - South of the Sahara High School Lesson: Medieval Europe During the Black Death Matrix Mixer 4. Threads Reform for the Twenty-First Century Problem Solving Becomes the Thread Life Skills Basic Models Introduction to Tandems - Threaded Elementary Lesson: Threaded Model: Prediction Middle School Lesson: Threaded Model: Cause and Effect High School Lesson: Threaded Model: Communication Kids Incorporated and the Cemetery Study Authors Note The Tri-Assessment Model Rubric for Integrating Learning Using the Tri-Assessment Model Speech Fugue: Elementary Appendix: Miscellaneous Tools Bibliography Index
Focusing on the importance of tailoring education to meet diverse student needs, this book offers practical guidance for schools and districts to enhance differentiated instruction. It emphasizes the significance of understanding students' unique learning profiles and interests, supported by insights from brain research. The text clarifies misconceptions about differentiation and provides strategies for effective curriculum and assessment adjustments. Additionally, it presents various instructional planning approaches to foster an inclusive learning environment that promotes success for all students.
From Staff Room to Classroom offers district-level leaders, staff developers,
and instructional coaches sure-fire tools and strategies for delivering
professional learning that answers the question, How can I use this in my
classroom?
Focusing on the integration of brain research in education, this revised volume draws on insights from theorists like Robert J. Marzano and Daniel Goleman. It equips educators with strategies to create high-achievement classrooms by understanding cognitive processes and emotional intelligence. The book emphasizes practical applications of research findings to enhance teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.
Implement the Common Core State Standards with downloadable reproducibles, lists of resources to support the many topics affected, discussion questions, and relevant information to share with your colleagues. Explore the background of the standards and the changes that must take place to meet them. The authors offer five principles for school leaders on effective coaching and feedback. Chapter 1: The Shift to the Common Transitioning or Transforming Your SchoolChapter 2: The Shift in Sustaining Professional LearningChapter 3: The Shift in Attaining Rigor and Real-World RelevanceChapter 4: The Shift in Coaching and Leading With Guiding PrinciplesChapter 5: The Shift in Assessing Informing All Stakeholders
This resource offers a range of professional tools designed to enhance teaching effectiveness. It provides strategies and insights that empower educators to improve their skills and foster student engagement. The focus is on practical applications that can be integrated into various teaching environments, ensuring educators are well-equipped to meet diverse learning needs.
Focusing on the unique challenges of teaching adult learners, this book serves as a catalyst for dialogue and exploration of effective strategies. It delves into the complexities of engaging this distinctive group, encouraging educators to embrace their roles as "warriors" in the educational landscape. Through insightful discussions, it aims to enhance understanding and improve teaching practices tailored to adult learners.
Ensure your students develop the complex, higher-order thinking skills they need to not just survive but thrive in a 21st century world. The latest edition of this best-selling guide by James A. Bellanca, Robin J. Fogarty, and Brian M. Pete details a three-phase teaching model and dives deep into how to teach seven key student critical thinking, creative thinking, complex thinking, comprehensive thinking, collaborative thinking, communicative thinking, and cognitive transfer. How to teach higher-order thinking skills for student engagement and Part Critical ThinkingChapter 1: AnalyzeChapter 2: EvaluateChapter 3: Problem Solve Part Creative ThinkingChapter 4: GenerateChapter 5: AssociateChapter 6: Hypothesize Part Complex ThinkingChapter 7: ClarifyChapter 8: InterpretChapter 9: Determine Part Comprehensive ThinkingChapter 10: UnderstandChapter 11: InferChapter 12: Compare and Contrast Part Collaborative ThinkingChapter 13: ExplainChapter 14: DevelopChapter 15: Decide Part Communicative ThinkingChapter 16: ReasonChapter 17: ConnectChapter 18: Represent Part Cognitive TransferChapter 19: SynthesizeChapter 20: GeneralizeChapter 21: Apply