1. Rigor/Relevance Framework Overview
International Center for Leadership in Education, Inc.
Rigor/Relevance Framework Overview

2. ICLE Philosophy
Rigor
Relevance
All Students

3. All Students
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5. 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

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

7. Rigor

9. Knowledge Taxonomy

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

11. Lessons Learned

12. Expecting the Unpredictable
We learned the taxonomy in college!

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

14. 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

15. 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.

16. #1 - Determine the Knowledge Level for this assignment:
Identify the role of servers and clients on a network.
Answer: Level 1 (Knowledge)

17. # 2 - Determine the knowledge level for this task:
Prepare written and oral arguments to support a change in school policy.
Answer: Level 5 (Synthesis)
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Then distribute the handout with the conic section problem. Talk about the difference between high-level content and high-level questioning.

18. # 3 - Determine the knowledge level for this assignment:
Compare and contrast two short stories.
Answer: Level 4 (Analyze)

19. #4 - Determine the Knowledge Level for this task:
Troubleshoot a lawnmower that does not work.
Answer: Level 2 (Comprehension)

20. Myth Number 2
Content vs. Cognition

21. The Parabola and the Picture Book
Monster Story #1
The Parabola and the Picture Book

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

25. Essential Strategy
Be Prepared

26. 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

29. Application Model

30. Relevance
My only
skill is
taking
tests..

31. 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

32. 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

33. 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.

34. #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.

35. # 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).

36. #3 - Determine the Application Level for this Assignment:
Compare and contrast two short stories.
Answer: Level 2
(Application within one discipline).

37. # 4 - Determine the Application Level for this Task:
Troubleshoot a lawnmower that does not work.
Answer: Level 4
(Application to real-world predictable situations)

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

39. 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

40. 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

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

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

44. 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

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

46. 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

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

48. 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

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

50. What Materials Will Help in Developing D Quadrant Lessons?

51. Instructional Strategies: How to Teach for Rigor and Relevance
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Instructional Strategies: How to Teach for Rigor and Relevance

52. 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

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

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