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Rigor/Relevance Framework Teach Others/ Field Questions KNOWLEDGE Extensive PD or CORR Course Know and Identify Elements Understand and Use Routinely A P P L I C A T I O N

Rigor and Relevance Bloom’s Taxonomy Level of challenge of the learning for the student Application Model Relevance of learning to life and work

Rigor

Knowledge Taxonomy

Knowledge Taxonomy 6. Evaluation 5. Synthesis 4. Analysis 3. Application 2. Comprehension 1. Recall Knowledge

Lessons Learned

Expecting the Unpredictable We learned the taxonomy in college!

Strategies/Solution Teach Knowledge and Application Separately Provide Examples and Practice SIFT Separate the Important From the Trivial

KnowledgeTaxonomy 6 Evaluate spending habits of spouse Managing Resources 6 Evaluate spending habits of spouse 5 Set goals based on budget 4 Match expenses to budget 3 Buy something within budget 2 Explain values 1 Identify money

Knowledge Tasks 1) Identify components of a resume 2) Explain the purpose of a resume. 3) Construct a resume. 4) Compare your with others’ resumes. 5) Scrutinize and revise. 6) Evaluate and give feedback to others.

#1 - Determine the Knowledge Level for this assignment: Identify the role of servers and clients on a network. Answer: Level 1 (Knowledge)

# 2 - Determine the knowledge level for this task: Prepare written and oral arguments to support a change in school policy. Answer: Level 5 (Synthesis) Now practice with strips in plastic bags. Do one color only. Then distribute the handout with the conic section problem. Talk about the difference between high-level content and high-level questioning.

# 3 - Determine the knowledge level for this assignment: Compare and contrast two short stories. Answer: Level 4 (Analyze)

#4 - Determine the Knowledge Level for this task: Troubleshoot a lawnmower that does not work. Answer: Level 2 (Comprehension)

Myth Number 2 Content vs. Cognition

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No Compromise Zone All students deserve to interact at a sophisticated level with the content they are being taught!

Essential Strategy Be Prepared

Remember . . . It’s not about the content! “Harder” is not a synonym for higher-level Higher-order does not correlate to a higher number on the Course Code Directory

Application Model

Relevance My only skill is taking tests..

Application Model 5 Application to real-world unpredictable situations 4 Application to real-world predictable situations 3 Application across disciplines 2 Application within discipline 1 Knowledge of one discipline

Application Model Managing Resources Handle lottery winnings 4 Prepare budget 3 Relate wealth to quality of life 2 Solve word problems 1 Know money values

Example: Music 1) Read lines and spaces on the staff 2) Using vocal techniques and training, help musicians play correct pitches 3) Learn to count music with math skills 4) Make a performance for parents. 5) Perform in a public venue.

#1 - Determine the Application Level for this Assignment: Identify the roles of servers and clients on a network. Answer: Level 1: Knowledge within one discipline.

# 2 - Determine the Application Level for this Task: Prepare written and oral arguments to support a change in school policy. Answer: Level 4 (Application in real-life predictable situation).

#3 - Determine the Application Level for this Assignment: Compare and contrast two short stories. Answer: Level 2 (Application within one discipline).

# 4 - Determine the Application Level for this Task: Troubleshoot a lawnmower that does not work. Answer: Level 4 (Application to real-world predictable situations)

Sort the Quadrants: #1 Quadrant A #2 Quadrant D #3 Quadrant C #4 Quadrant B

Application Level – Public Speaking 1) List characteristics of a good speech 2) Give a presentation to your class 3) Orally defend a senior exhibition or project 4) Present a point of view on an issue at a public meeting 5) As a student representative, respond to questions at a school board meeting

Measurement of Area 1) Know formula for area 2) Read a ruler 3) Measure area of the hallway outside the classroom 4) Calculate price to carpet a room with a known price and quality 5) Price and quality would be subject to customer’s approval

Quadrant A Quadrant A Read a science experiment and identify the necessary materials to perform the experiment

Locate and read current articles on biotechnology Quadrant B Quadrant B Locate and read current articles on biotechnology

Quadrant C Quadrant C Read and analyze 3 original newspaper articles from WW II and identify reasons for opposition to US entry into the war

Quadrant D Read pertinent information related to El Nino weather patterns and propose possible summer vacation destinations

Control Teacher Directed Student Controlled Teacher Controlled KNOWLEDGE Teacher Directed Student Controlled Teacher Controlled Externally Controlled A P P L I C A T I O N

Did Students Get it Right ? High Right Questions Rational Answer RIGOR Right Answer Right Procedure Low RELEVANCE Low High

Who Does the Work? Student Thinks Student Thinks and Works High Student Thinks Student Thinks and Works RIGOR Teacher Works Student Works Low RELEVANCE Low High

C D B A Rigor/Relevance Framework KNOWLEDGE Problems Projects Activities A B A P P L I C A T I O N

What Materials Will Help in Developing D Quadrant Lessons?

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Instructional Strategies Brainstorming Cooperative Learning Demonstration Guided Practice Inquiry Instructional Technology Lecture Note-taking/Graphic Organizers Memorization Presentations/Exhibits Research Problem-based learning Project Design Simulation/Role-playing Socratic Seminar Teacher Questions Work-based Learning

Rigor/Relevance Framework KNOWLEDGE D C A B A P P L I C A T I O N

D C A B Rigor/Relevance Framework Knowledge Application 6 5 4 3 2 1 1