Learning Cycle

a method of planning a sequence of lessons and a unit that is consistent with research on how people learn.

Reflect Explore Focus Learning Cycle Apply It is not linear. Theoretically, the cycle is never ending.

Focus -confront prior knowledge -link to prior learning -generate curiosity and interest using interesting materials and phenomena interesting materials and phenomena -focus attention on problem or question -understand purpose for learning

Focus -Link to prior learning -Engaging scenario -Focus question Science Note-booking

Explore -students test predictions -teacher facilitates with effective questioning -social, interactive -hands on activity -individual and small group work

Explore -Prediction -Planning -Step by Step Procedure -Data Organizer -Data/Observations Science Note-booking

Reflect -reflect on activity -explain and extend -reconcile ideas and develop theory -propose solutions -develop vocabulary to improve communication communication -relate experience to standards and personal beliefs and personal beliefs

Reflect -Making Meaning -Claims and Evidence -Conclusions Science Note-booking

Apply -learner self-assessment -link new ideas in the framework -plan for future learning -pose new questions -extend learning and apply to new situations e.g., classroom practice) e.g., classroom practice)

Apply -Next Steps -New Questions Science Note-booking

Reflect Explore Focus Learning Cycle Apply