Adult Educator Institute Office of Adult Education Adult Educator Institute Engaging the Learner Workshop

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Visible Thinking WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Visible Thinking Visible Thinking is a broad and flexible framework for enriching classroom learning. WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Visible Thinking 6 Key Goals for Students 1. Deeper understanding of content 2. Greater motivation for learning 3. Development of thinking and learning abilities. WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Visible Thinking 6 Key Goals for Students 4. Development of constructive/positive attitudes toward thinking and learning 5. Increased alertness to opportunities for thinking and learning WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Visible Thinking 6 Key Goals for Students 6. A shift in classroom culture toward a community of actively engaged thinkers and learners WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Visible Thinking Through Thinking Routines Thinking Routines are… simple protocols for exploring ideas with whatever topics are important to the main subject of a lesson. - easy to use mini-strategies - can be repeatedly used in the classroom - small set of questions, or short sequence of steps - can be used across student levels (ABE & ASE) WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Student Behavior In Class Visible Thinking Student Behavior In Class Students begin to display an attitude toward thinking and learning of an engaged learner: Not closed-minded, but open-minded Not bored, but curious Not gullible, but appropriately skeptical Not satisfied with "just the facts," but wants to understand WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Outcomes for the Outside World Visible Thinking Outcomes for the Outside World More likely to show interest and ownership of learning More likely to find deeper meaning in the subjects taught More likely to develop meaningful connections between lessons and everyday life WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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MICRO LAB ACTIVITY WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CIRCLE OF VOICES What are some benefits of having students who are more engaged? WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

3-2-1 BRIDGE ACTIVITY 3 benefits of teaching students who are more engaged 2 outcomes for your students, if they are more engaged 1 thought/question/concern about increasing student engagement in your classroom WORKSHOP NOTES --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BRIDGE Identify how your new responses connect to or shifted from your initial responses

SEE–THINK–WONDER ACTIVITY Exploring Topics about Learning Setting the Stage for Learning Adults as Learners Leveraging the Brain for Learning WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CIRCLE OF VOICES ACTIVITY What was it like participating in the See – Think – Wonder activity? What are some of the benefits of conducting a See – Think – Wonder activity? WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Begins Before Your Students Arrive Engaging the Learner Begins Before Your Students Arrive WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

How do you prepare for your students? FOCUSING QUESTION WORKSHOP NOTES --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- How do you prepare for your students?

STUDENT ENGAGEMENT THROUGH MOVEMENT Line or Group Activity WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

GROUP DISCUSSIONS Classroom Engagement 101 WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

GROUP DISCUSSIONS A student-centered learning environment Helps students develop a better awareness of educational democracy Honors diversity Acknowledges opinions that differ Provides opportunities for the expression of individual voices WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

DISCUSSIONS (CONTINUED) Take place in all types of adult education environments. Help students become connected. Increase student awareness of and tolerance for ambiguity and diversity. Help students examine their assumptions. Encourages attentive and respectful listening. WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

PLANNING A GROUP DISCUSSION Establishing Discussion Ground Rules WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

GETTING A GROUP DISCUSSION STARTED Ten Suggestions 1. Refer to an Advance-Organizer 2. Ask Your Students for Their Questions 3. Begin with an Open Ended Question 4. Start with a “minute paper” 5. Use journal prompts WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

GETTING A GROUP DISCUSSION STARTED Ten Suggestions 6. Pose questions based on Shared Experience 7. Make a Controversial Statement 8. Begin with Small Groups 9. Tell a Story 10. WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

GETTING A GROUP DISCUSSION STARTED Ten Suggestions 10. Begin with a Brain Teaser WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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TUG OF WAR ACTIVITY WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

THE IMPORTANCE OF REFLECTION IN EDUCATION Using Reflection to Help You and Your Students Learn WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

SAMPLE STUDENT REFLECTION QUESTIONS WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

MATH REFLECTION WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

CRITICAL INCIDENT QUESTIONNAIRE WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

What question do you have about any of the topics discussed today? WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

What activity do you plan to take away from this workshop to tryout in your classroom? WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Which activity do you think your students would enjoy the most and why? WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

A Recommendation For Engaging Those Who May Not Want To Be Engaged WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

ENGAGE RESISTANT LEARNERS I would be more likely to participate if… Remember to respect your student’s right to remain silent. You can follow-up from in a supportive way later. The Skillful Teacher, Brookfield WORKSHOP NOTES ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------