Rigor and Relevance in Your Classrooms November 8, 2011 Dr. Richard D. Jones, Student of Learning Twitter

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3 Margaret Mead " Never doubt that a small group of citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.” There aren’t two worlds -- education and work, there is one world -- life Willard Wirtz

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What is Rigor and Relevance?

6 Is Teaching for Rigor and Relevance an example of Differentiated Instruction?

7 Is Teaching for Rigor and Relevance an example of Student-centered Learning?

8 Is Teaching for Rigor and Relevance an example of Activity-based Learning?

9 Is Teaching for Rigor and Relevance an example of Interdisciplinary Learning?

10 Is Teaching for Rigor and Relevance an example of Project-based Learning?

11 The Answer is NO The following are all examples of Rigorous and Relevant teaching and learning –D–Differentiated Instruction –S–Student-centered Learning –A–Active Learning –I–Interdisciplinary Instruction –P–Project-based Learning

12 Which of the following is the highest levels of learning? 1. Read a description of a science experiment and list the necessary materials to perform the experiment. 2. Locate and read a current article on biotechnology, summarize the innovation and benefits to humans. 3. Read and analyze three original newspaper articles from WW II and identify reasons for public opposition to US entry into the war. 4. Write directions on how to connect new television to cable and DVD recorder. 12

13 What makes a lesson rigorous and relevant for a student? Activity Think-Pair-Share

14 What is Rigor? What is Relevance? Subtle Differences Misconceptions

15 Rigor, Relevance, Relationships Worthy goal, fuzzy concept

16 Rigor, Relevance, Relationships Make Rigor and Relevance Quantifiable

Rigor/Releva nce Framework

18 What does clockwise rotation look like? Activity

Action/Application Thinking /Knowledge Rigor/Relevance Framework Relevance Rigor

20 Rigor/Relevance Framework 1. Recall Knowledge 2. Comprehension 3. Application 4. Analysis 5. Synthesis 6. Evaluation 1. Application within discipline 2.Knowledge of one discipline 3. Application across disciplines 4. Application to real world predictable situations 5. Application to real world unpredictable situations KnowledgeApplication Low High

21 14 RI G O R RELEVANCE AB D C Rigor/Relevance Framework Routine Memorization Four Quadrants of Learning Complex Analytical Challenging Real World Practical Hands On High Low Acquisition A Application B Adaptation D Assimilation C

22 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low Read a description of a science experiment and list the necessary materials to perform the experiment. Read and analyze three original newspaper articles from WW II and identify reasons for public opposition to US entry into the war. Write directions on how to connect new television to cable and DVD recorder. Locate and read a current article on biotechnology, summarize the innovation and benefits to humans. Opening Question

23 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low Demonstrate web development software functions. Compare features of web development software. Create a full web site for a local business. Design web page. Business - Info. Tech

24 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low List safety procedures. Compare heat loss ratings and cost of building materials. Design and construct storage shed. Use power tools correctly. Construction

25 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low List parent responsibilities. Analyze homes for child safety hazards. Conduct Safety audits of homes Demonstrate child care tasks with simulated infant. Family and Consumer Sci.

"Never let your expectations be limited by what you think is possible." Benjamin Bloom

27 Raising the Level to Quadrant D Activity

3 Apply knowledge across disciplines 4 Apply to real- world predictable situation 5 Apply to real- world unpredictable situation Application 3 Analysis 4 Synthesis 5 Evaluation 6 D Adaptation Students think in complex ways and apply acquired knowledge and skills, even when confronted with perplexing unknowns, to find creative solutions and take action that further develops their skills and knowledge. High-level Application High-level Knowledge

D Quadrant adapt evaluate validate justify design create referee infer revise teach dramatize argue conclude evaluation lesson estimation solution experiment trial editorial presentation machine adaptation poem debate new game invention VerbsProducts

30 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low Raising Level of Rigor

31 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low Prepare luncheon meal for 20 people. Raising Level of Rigor Revise a menu and prepare luncheon when four people are require special meals

32 Benefits of Using the R/R Framework Tool for collaboration and reflection Inclusive Shift focus to student learning Increased student engagement Prepare for Next-Generation Assessments Framework for selecting strategies and assessments Tool for collaboration and reflection Inclusive Shift focus to student learning Increased student engagement Prepare for Next-Generation Assessments Framework for selecting strategies and assessments

33 Common Core State Standards ELA - Six Shifts in Learning 1. Increase in Nonfiction Texts 2. Content Area Literacy 3. Increase Text Complexity 4. Text-Based Answers 5. Focus on Writing Arguments 6. Academic Vocabulary 33

Increase in Nonfiction Texts

INTERDISCIPLINARY Content Area Literacy

Increase Text Complexity

Focus on Text- Based Questions

Focus on Writing Arguments

Academic Vocabulary

42 Rigor/Relevance Framework 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low Teacher Works Teacher Works Student Thinks Student Thinks Student Thinks & Works Student Thinks & Works Student Works Student Works

43 Rigor/Relevance Framework Did Students Get it Right? 18 RI G O R RELEVANCE A B D C High Low RightAnswer RationalAnswer RightQuestion RightProcedure

44 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz A B C D A B C D Which Quadrant is labeled as High Rigor and High Relevance?

45 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz A B C D A B C D Which Quadrant is most frequently tested ?

46 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz A B C D A B C D Which Quadrant leads to greater engagement and retention of learning?

47 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz Which defines Rigor? More and longer assignmentsHigh level thinking and reflectionRigid deadlinesIncreased difficulty

48 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz Which defines Relevance? Learning is funStudent choiceNo gradesApplication to the real world

49 Rigor/Relevance Framework Quiz A B C D A B C D Which Quadrant is most important?

50 Routes to High Rigor and Relevance Pinnacle of High R/R Adaptive Learning Low R/R Quadrant A - Acquisition Learning Create Gold Seal Lesson Use D-Moment Strategies Adapt a Gold Seal Lesson Change Strategies Change Assessments Make Interdisciplinary Add High RR Task Dick Jones, ICLE, 2010

51 R&R Framework... A Useful Tool to Design Instructional Plans Assessment Instructional Strategies 51

52 Rigor/Relevance - Instruction Anchored in standards Backwards Design – “ Begin with the End in Mind ” Alignment of Instruction and Assessment Student-centered Naturally Differentiated 52 Key Elements

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Strategies

55 “ There are no best teaching strategies, only strategies that are most appropriate for expected level of rigor and relevance ”

56 Instructional Strategies for Rigor and Relevance Brainstorming Cooperative Learning Demonstration Guided Practice Inquiry Instructional Technology Lecture Note-taking/Graphic Organizers MemorizationPresentations/Ex hibitionsResearch Problem- based learningProject DesignSimulation/Role-playing Socratic SeminarTeacher Questions Work-based Learning

57 More Instructional Strategies for Rigor and Relevance Artistic Expression Compare and Contrast Digital Media Production Feedback and Reflection Games Instructional Technology – Any-time Instructional Technology – Real-time Learning Centers Logical and Independent Thinking Manipulatives and Models Physical Movement PlayService Learning Storytelling Summarizing Teaching Others Test Preparation Video Writing to Learn

58 Selection of Strategies Based on Rigor/ Relevance Framework

59 Selection of Strategies Based on Rigor/ Relevance Framework

"Never let your expectations be limited by what you think is possible." Benjamin Bloom

What does Quadrant D look like?

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"Education ceases to be learning when the 3 R's are read, remember, and regurgitate."

D-Moments Teach everyday for rigor and relevance.

65 D-Moments Short strategies within a daily lesson to increase student thinking and application into Quadrant D of the R/R Framework.

66 Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D-Moments Short strategies within a daily lesson to increase student thinking and application into Quadrant D of the R/R Framework. Dispels perception that High Rigor/High Relevance takes more time. 66

67 Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance - Quadrant D Moments

68 D Moments Around You At Your Service Can You See it Now? Current Events Fix It Future Think Google It How Did That Happen? In Your Own Words Justify Your Position Learning with PeersLego LandMedia CircusOriginal AnswersQuick WritesQuiz ShowRemind MeTell Me A StoryWhat If?Why QuestionsLearning with PeersusOriginaQuick Writesind MeTell Me A Questions

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Around You Connecting content to student’s world Relating literature to their lives. Use mathematical skills with data students collect Making emotional connections to learning Connecting content to student’s world Relating literature to their lives. Use mathematical skills with data students collect Making emotional connections to learning

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments At Your Service Short service projects that relate to curriculum Students working in teams to help others Creating student work that benefits others Short service projects that relate to curriculum Students working in teams to help others Creating student work that benefits others

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Can You See it Now? Creating visuals or models that illustrate complex ideas Making scale models of very large or very small objects to better understand them Role-playing instructional concepts Creating visuals or models that illustrate complex ideas Making scale models of very large or very small objects to better understand them Role-playing instructional concepts

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Current Events Relate content to current events Use sports and other popular events as context for math, science or language skills Relate geography to events in the world Relate content to current events Use sports and other popular events as context for math, science or language skills Relate geography to events in the world

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Fix It Spend time having students learn from mistakes - their own and others. Make mistakes “learning opportunities” Spend time having students learn from mistakes - their own and others. Make mistakes “learning opportunities”

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Future Think Ask students to make future predictions Ask students to predict the ending to a story or suggest and alternative Predict future inventions Write science fiction Ask students to make future predictions Ask students to predict the ending to a story or suggest and alternative Predict future inventions Write science fiction

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Google It Use Internet search engines to find answers to related questions Assign “knowledge seekers” Practice advanced search techniques with Google tools Use Internet search engines to find answers to related questions Assign “knowledge seekers” Practice advanced search techniques with Google tools

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments How Did That Happen? Trigger student curiosity Pose intriguing investigations Highlight conflicting observations Create student research questions Analyze story changes Trigger student curiosity Pose intriguing investigations Highlight conflicting observations Create student research questions Analyze story changes

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments In Your Own Words Challenge students to summarize Avoid repeating exact words but explaining in similar words Check for understanding Challenge students to summarize Avoid repeating exact words but explaining in similar words Check for understanding

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Justify Your Position Challenge students to take position on an issue and develop a justification Ask students to take deliberate differing points of view Role play different perspectives Challenge students to take position on an issue and develop a justification Ask students to take deliberate differing points of view Role play different perspectives

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Learning with Peers Reflect on new learning in pairs Tutor others Arrange for joint presentations Reflect on new learning in pairs Tutor others Arrange for joint presentations

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Lego Land Use Legos or other building materials to construct visual representation of ideas prior to writing. Reflect on emotions with construction materials Use Legos or other building materials to construct visual representation of ideas prior to writing. Reflect on emotions with construction materials

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Media Circus Relate curriculum to current movies, TV or music Have students use media to present ideas Relate curriculum to current movies, TV or music Have students use media to present ideas

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Original Answers Instead of seeking students to arrive at correct answer, use open- ended problems for student to arrive at original answers.

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Quick Writes Short 3-5 minute writing exercises Use for checking for understanding Short 3-5 minute writing exercises Use for checking for understanding

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Quiz Show Have student create appropriate questions based on knowledge of content Create game shows questions for other students Create and pose questions to one another Have student create appropriate questions based on knowledge of content Create game shows questions for other students Create and pose questions to one another

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Remind Me Have students create memorization tools to recall essential facts and information

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Tell Me A Story Convey information to students in story form Have students create stories to remember important ideas Have students create stories to influence others Convey information to students in story form Have students create stories to remember important ideas Have students create stories to influence others

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments What If? Change variables in math problems to extend student learning Change characters in story or events to have student analyze changes Change historical events and have students predict what would be different today Change variables in math problems to extend student learning Change characters in story or events to have student analyze changes Change historical events and have students predict what would be different today

Everyday Teaching for Rigor and Relevance: Quadrant D Moments Why Questions Have students pose questions to analyze observations Have students “dig” to root causes but asking repeated why questions. Have students pose questions to analyze observations Have students “dig” to root causes but asking repeated why questions.

89 D Moments Around You At Your Service Can You See it Now? Current Events Fix It Future Think Google It How Did That Happen? In Your Own Words Justify Your Position Learning with PeersLego LandMedia CircusOriginal AnswersQuick WritesQuiz ShowRemind MeTell Me A StoryWhat If?Why Questions

90 Benefits of Using the R/R Framework Tool for collaboration and reflection Inclusive Shift focus to student learning Increased student engagement Prepare for Next-Generation Assessments Framework for selecting strategies and assessments Tool for collaboration and reflection Inclusive Shift focus to student learning Increased student engagement Prepare for Next-Generation Assessments Framework for selecting strategies and assessments