1. Module 6: Planning Rich Instruction with OER
1.0 Introduction
Module 6: Planning Rich Instruction with OER
Preparing Learners for Working with OER

2. Open Lesson Plan Checklist
1.1 Preparing Learners
Open Lesson Plan Checklist
Set lesson goals and objectives
Identify OER, other media, and
resources
Choose instructional strategy
Modify and supplement resources

3. How do you prepare your learners for your open lesson?
1.2 Preparing Learners
How do you prepare your learners for your open lesson?
Help learners develop strategies for using OER independently.
Stock your OER Toolkit with resources and aids learners will need to participate in an open lesson.

4. 1.3 Preparing Learners
CHALLENGES AHEAD

5. Strategies for Using OER Needed
1.3 Preparing Learners
Strategies for Using OER Needed
Prepare Environment
Prepare Learners to Work Independently

6. Share what’s Useful to You
1.3 Preparing Learners
Share what’s Useful to You
Your OER Strategies
Your OER Tools

7. 2.0 Teaching Students Strategies
Group
Individual
Strategies for Using OER
Create
Revise
Remix
Share

8. 2.1 I Do, We Do, You Do
Use Explicit Strategy Instruction to develop learners’ skills and to engage them in thinking about how to perform complex tasks.
Explain 1
I Do 2
We Do 3
You Do 4

9. 1 2 3 4 Explicit Strategy Instruction 2.2 I Do, We Do, You Do Explain
Feedback to learners should be immediate and continuous

10. 1 2 3 4 Explicit Strategy Instruction 2.3 I Do, We Do, You Do Explain
Tell your students what strategy they’ll be using and why it is important. Provide learners with notes about the strategy.
Tell your students what strategy they’ll be using and why it is important. Provide learners with notes about the strategy.
Model the skill using a “think-aloud” or talking through each step. Be concise and clear as you describe what you’re doing.
Model the skill using a “think-aloud” or talking through each step. Be concise and clear as you describe what you’re doing.
Guide students through brief practice exercises with feedback on their understanding and use of strategy.
Guide students through brief practice exercises with feedback on their understanding and use of strategy.
Allow students to practice independently as you monitor progress and provide feedback. Provide additional examples for practice.
Allow students to practice independently as you monitor progress and provide feedback. Provide additional examples for practice.
Feedback to learners should be immediate and continuous

11. Explicit Strategy Instruction
2.4 For Your Notes
Notes:
Explicit Strategy Instruction
Frequently ask questions to check for understanding.
Provide enough time for students to process information and ask questions.
Always provide learners with an authentic context for learning a skill.
Break down the skill into small and logical steps.
Remember:
Engage leaners and encourage them to self-monitor.
Explicit Strategy should be student-driven.
Illustrate the skill in different ways – e.g. use pictures, words, gestures, vary vocal tone.

12. 3.0 How to Differentiate with OER
Teachers can differentiate
CONTENT
PRODUCT
PROCESS
Topic & Access
Activities
Learner Work
of an open lesson according to a learner’s
READINESS
LEARNING
PROFILE
Current skill level & abilities
Preferences for taking in and sharing knowledge
Affinities,
curiosities,
passions, motivators
INTERESTS
TEAL Fact Sheet on Differentiated Instruction

13. 3.1 How to Differentiate with OER
Considerations
Student Preferences
Computer-based or Downloadable OER?
I like work on a computer (smart phone, other Web connected mobile device, etc.).
I prefer to write or read things on paper than to work on a computer.
Step-by-Step Instructions or Rubric?
I like to have exact steps for how to complete an assignment.
I like to create my own steps to complete an assignment.
Self monitoring tools or suggested group roles?
I like to work by myself.
I like to work with others in pairs or in groups.
Adopt OER or Adapt/Create OER
I have very little time to work on assignments outside of class.
I can dedicate a certain amount of time to work on assignments outside of class.

14. 4.0 Your OER Toolkit
OER TOOLKIT
Your toolkit contains essential resources for you and your learners for
finding, managing, evaluating, adapting and creating OER and strategies for working with them.

15. OER TOOLKIT 4.0 Your OER Toolkit Internet Access
A place to share OER with others
Quality
OER sources
Criteria for evaluating OER
Tools for creating & modifying OER
Basis for self-monitoring & evaluation
How-to references, checklists, tutorials

16. What do you need in your OER toolkit?
What will your students need to complete your open lesson?

17. Prepare students for working with OER
5.0 Summary
Prepare students for working with OER
Model skills with explicit strategy instruction.
Share useful tools and resources.

18. (1) Explain, (2) I Do, (3) We Do, (4) You Do
5.0 Summary
Use the four steps of Explicit Strategy Instruction to teach new and complex skills
(1) Explain, (2) I Do, (3) We Do, (4) You Do
Start slow. Progress based on learner’s needs and abilities.

19. Plan to differentiate your OER lesson
5.0 Summary
Plan to differentiate your OER lesson
Differentiate the lesson content, process and products based on learner profiles, readiness, and interests.

20. 5.0 Summary
Share your OER Toolkit
Include tools for using OER in the classroom and for independent, lifelong learning.

21. 5.1 Questions for Reflection
What do you know about your learners’ readiness, interests, and learning preferences? ?
How can they share this information with you?
How can you differentiate the content, process, or products for your open lesson?
Are there any changes needed to your lesson plan at this point?