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Learning Contracts and Menus Sponge Activity Examine the documents on the table. Discuss similarities and differences between them.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Differentiating Instruction with Learning Contracts andMenus
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Learning Contracts and Menus Essential Question: What are Learning Contracts and Menus and how can they be used to increase student achievement?
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Learning Contracts and Menus Participants will KNOW: The difference between Learning Contracts and Menus The structure of Learning Contracts and Menus The components of Learning Contracts and Menus
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Learning Contracts and Menus Participants will UNDERSTAND: Learning Contracts and Menus offer choices for students of all ability levels and learning styles to demonstrate mastery of learning.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Participants will be able to DO: Compile a list of activities that are content specific that could be placed on a Learning Contract or Menu. Design a Learning Contract or Menu.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Vocabulary Bloom’s Taxonomy Tiered Activities Learning Styles Learning Contracts Menus Anchor Activities
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Learning Contracts and Menus Why Use A Learning Contract or Menu? It can blend skill- and content-based learning matched to student’s need. It eliminates unnecessary skill practice. It allows students to work at appropriate pace. It helps students learn planning and decision- making skills. It allows teachers time to work with individuals and small groups. It fosters research, critical and creative thinking, application of skills and integrated learning.
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Learning Contracts and Menus What Does A Learning Contract Contain? Non-negotiable Items - These are things that ALL students must do. Negotiable Items - Tasks chosen by the students based on their interests, abilities, and learning styles. Student choices should be approved by the teacher. May contain student/parent signature.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Examine a Learning Contract: Look at the examples of contracts in your packet. Consider these questions: What are the components of each contract? In which content areas could they be used? Which contracts/activities might you be able to use?
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Learning Contracts and Menus Your Task: Look through the list of activities for Bloom’s Taxonomy and Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences. Decide which activities you would include in a contract for use in your classroom. Create a contract that you will use with your students. Choose at least 4 activities, making sure you include a variety of levels and learning styles.
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Learning Contracts and Menus What Does A Menu Contain? Main Dish - Consists of items that ALL students must complete. Appetizers, Side Dishes, and Desserts - These are activities that are tiered. Students may choose from a list designed by the teacher. For example, appetizers may be designed at an easier level than side dishes.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Examine a Menu: Look at the examples of menus in your packet. Consider these questions: What are the components of each menu? In which content areas could they be used? Which menus/activities might you be able to use?
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Learning Contracts and Menus Your Task: Look through the list of activities for Bloom’s Taxonomy and Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences. Decide which activities you would include in a Menu for use in your classroom. Create a Menu that you will use with your students. Choose at least 2 activities for each category, making sure you include a variety of levels and learning styles. Remember that all students must do the Main Dish.
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Learning Contracts and Menus Question to Ponder……….. How will the Learning Contract and Menu I have designed help all of my students achieve success?
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Learning Contracts and Menus Reflection:
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