Using the Rigor

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Using the Rigor Relevance Framework 2008 Model
Schools Conference Dr. Mimi Dyer
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21st Century Skills

• Communication and Information skills
• Thinking and Problem Solving skills
• Interpersonal and Self-Directional skills
• Collaboration skills

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21st Century Classrooms

• Student focused
• Engaging project-based activities
• Integrated curriculum
• Multiple resources
• Problem solving

• Interaction with experts
• Performance-based assessment
• Virtual Labs
• Writing workshops
• Primary resources

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Changing the Paradigm of Teaching and Learning

• Engagement in learning
• Application of knowledge
• Collaboration among teachers and students

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Essential Questions

• What is the rigor and relevance framework?
• How do we use it?
• What do successful R/R lessons look like?

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See handout, pp. 1-6.
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Defining Rigor Relevance

• Remember, framework is a tool!
• Rigor desired level of student performance
• Knowledge taxonomy
• Student will verb
• Relevance how students are asked to apply
  knowledge
• Application?
• Real world?
• Unpredictable?

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Students gather and store bits of
knowledge/information and are expected to
remember or understand this acquired knowledge.
Application 3
A Acquisition
Pages 2-3
Comprehension 2
Awareness 1
Low-level Knowledge
1 Knowledge in one discipline
2 Apply knowledge in one discipline
Recall definitions of various terms
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A Quadrant
Verbs
Products

• name
• label
• define
• select
• identify
• list
• memorize
• recite
• locate
• record

• definition
• worksheet
• list
• quiz
• test
• workbook
• true-false
• reproduction
• recitation

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High School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• English Select books and read to younger
  children.
• Math Provide examples to illustrate properties
  of real numbers.
• Science Demonstrate modulation of sound waves
  using computer animation.
• Social Studies Recognize why international trade
  takes place and the role of exchange rates.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Middle School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• English Use library reference tools.
• Math Calculate volume of regular solids.
• Science Observe wave properties of light using
  soap bubbles.
• Social Studies Discover characteristics of
  society in earlier decade by reading historical
  documents, such as wills and letters.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Elementary Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• Science Memorize names of planets in solar
  system.
• Math Find the lines of symmetry in letters of
  the alphabet and numerals.
• English Create a list of commonly misspelled
  words.
• Social Studies Read a biography of a Native
  American.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Students use acquired knowledge to solve
problems, design
solutions, and complete work.
Application 3
B Application
Pages 2-3
Comprehension 2
Awareness 1
Low-level Application
3 Apply knowledge across disciplines
5 Apply to real-world unpredictable situation
4 Apply to real-world predictable situation
Visual exhibit of acquired knowledge
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B Quadrant
Verbs
Products

• apply
• sequence
• demonstrate
• interview
• construct
• solve
• calculate
• dramatize
• interpret
• illustrate

• scrapbook
• summary
• interpretation
• collection
• annotation
• explanation
• solution
• demonstration
• outline

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High School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C
English Participate in a debate on a current
political issue. Math Calculate frequency of
vibration of various piano strings. Science
Apply Laws of Gases to design gas storage
containers. Social Studies Locate and interpret
current and historical economic data, i.e., GDP,
CPI, employment.
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4
3

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Middle School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• English Conduct a meeting using parliamentary
  procedures.
• Math Calculate percents of daily requirements
  met through a typical school lunch.
• Science Build a simple electrical circuit to
  illustrate digital principle of computers.
• Social Studies Research what items cost in other
  countries and use exchange rates to relate to US
  prices.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Elementary Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D

• Science Develop a food list for a space trip.
• Math Sort quantities to discover fractions of
  the whole.
• English Present a story through a computer
  graphics application.
• Social Studies Describe the geographic and
  climactic characteristics of your local
  community.

C
5
4
3

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Students extend and refine their knowledge so
that they can use it automatically and routinely
to analyze and solve problems and create
solutions.
Evaluation 6
C Assimilation
Pages 2-3
Synthesis 5
Analysis 4
High-level Knowledge
Application 3
1 Knowledge in one discipline
2 Apply knowledge in one discipline
Compare and contrast several documents to
evaluate purpose, audience, clarity
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C Quadrant
Products
Verbs
essay abstract blueprint inventory report plan cha
rt questionnaire classification diagram discussion
collection annotation

• sequence
• annotate
• examine
• report
• criticize
• paraphrase
• calculate
• expand
• summarize
• classify
• diagram

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High School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

D
C

• English Discuss role of media in a democracy.
• Math Construct truth tables as a shorthand
  method for discussing logical sentences.
• Science Write test questions to illustrate
  understanding of empirical gas laws.
• Social Studies Answer data-based questions using
  copies of historical documents.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Middle School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• English Analyze commercials for fact or opinion.
• Math Fill in missing numbers for ordered pairs
  for and algebraic function.
• Science Discuss the impact of fat and
  cholesterol in nutrition and health.
• Social Studies Identify and analyze primary and
  secondary source documents to understand
  usefulness of each.

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Elementary Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Science Classify a group of similar objects to
  create a dichotomous key.
• Math Us a balance to predict and determine
  equivalent value.
• English Describe mystery objects to partners to
  strengthen use of descriptions.
• Social Studies Role-play a simulation of the
  American Revolution to seek resolution of
  grievances.

D
C
5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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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.
Evaluation 6
Pages 2-3
D Adaptation
Synthesis 5
Analysis 4
High-level Application
Application 3
3 Apply knowledge across disciplines
4 Apply to real-world predictable situation
5 Apply to real-world unpredictable situation
Simulation or role play
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D Quadrant
Verbs
Products

• evaluation
• newspaper
• estimation
• trial
• editorial
• radio program
• play
• collage
• machine
• adaptation
• poem
• debate
• new game
• invention

• evaluate
• validate
• justify
• rate
• referee
• infer
• rank
• dramatize
• argue
• conclude

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High School Examples
6

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

English Develop guidelines for publishing
content on Internet pages. Math Determine types
of measure-ments/calculations involved in
designing everyday items. Science Discuss the
ethical, social, and emotional consequences of
genetic testing. Social Studies Conduct a survey
and analyze results on First Amendment issues
related to Internet use.
D
C
5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Middle School Examples
6

• Obtain historical data about local weather to
  predict the chance of snow, rain, or sun during
  year.
• Test consumer products and illustrate the data
  graphically.
• Plan a large school event and calculate resources
  (food, decorations, etc.) you need to organize
  and hold this event.
• Make a scale drawing of the classroom on grid
  paper, each group using a different scale.

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D
C

• English Create a Bill of Rights for your school
  or classroom.
• Math Use graphing calculators and computer
  spreadsheets to organize and analyze data.
• Science Develop a concept for a new product and
  research the process for patenting the design.
• Social Studies Research and present opinions of
  candidates running for office. One step further?

5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Elementary Examples
6

• Analyze the graphs of the perimeters and areas of
  squares having different-length sides.
• Determine the largest rectangular area for a
  fixed perimeter.
• Identify coordinates for ordered pairs that
  satisfy an algebraic relation or function.
• Determine and justify the similarity or
  congruence for two geometric shapes.

D

• Science Design a candy dispenser that works
  without gravity.
• Math Calculate change of values to double or
  halve a recipe.
• English Create new words to describe phenomena
  or objects.
• Social Studies Research a location in the US
  and explain why it is a good place to live.

C
5
4
3

• Calculate percentages of advertising in a
  newspaper.
• Tour the school building and identify examples of
  parallel and perpendicular lines, planes, and
  angles.
• Determine the median and mode of real data
  displayed in a histogram
• Organize and display collected data, using
  appropriate tables, charts, or graphs.

• Express probabilities as fractions, percents, or
  decimals.
• Classify triangles according to angle size and/or
  length of sides.
• Calculate volume of simple three- dimensional
  shapes.
• Given the coordinates of a quadrilateral, plot
  the quadrilateral on a grid.

2
B
A
1
1
2
3
4
5
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Verbs by Quadrant

• A
• name
• label
• define
• select
• identify
• list
• recite
• locate
• record
• memorize

B apply sequence demonstrate interview constr
uct solve calculate dramatize interpret illustrate
C analyze compare examine contrast different
iate explain dissect categorize classify diagram d
iscriminate
D evaluate formulate justify rate recommend i
nfer prioritize revise predict argue conclude
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Products by Quadrant

• A
• definition
• worksheet
• list
• quiz
• test
• workbook
• true-false
• reproduction
• recitation

D evaluation newspaper estimation trial editor
ial radio program play collage machine adaptation
poem debate new game invention
B scrapbook summary interpretation collectio
n annotation explanation solution demonstration ou
tline
C essay abstract blueprint inventory report pla
n chart investigation questionnaire classification
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Stretch
Critical Knowledge Student Think
Critical Application Student Work Think
D
C
Stretch
Stretch
A
B
Core Knowledge Teacher Work
Core Application Student Work Think
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Planning Rigorous and Relevant Instruction

• Focus Essential Question
• Subject, grade level, topic
• Tied to state standards
• Student Performance (work)
• Know, do and be like
• Demonstration of standards
• Assessment multiple pathways
• Not necessarily a test
• Learning Experience activities along the way
• Content, strategies, resources

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Unit of Study
A
B
C
D
Introductory Information
First Application
Higher Order Discussions
Final Assessment and/or Evaluation
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Unit of Study - Social Studies
A
B
C
D
Causes of American Revolution
Biopoem
Deconstruct documents
Role play of British, Tory, and Patriot
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Bio-Poem

• My name is (first name only)
• I live in (place)
• I am a (British National, Tory, Patriot)
• I believe in (3 values)
• I am willing to (3 verb phrases)
• For the future I want (3 predictions)
• My name is (first name only)
• I am a (British National, Tory, Patriot)

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Common Elements Content Standards Behaviors
Skills
What elements do all four quadrants have in
common?
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Multiple Performances for Single Standard
Reading - H.S Level
Standard Identify, collect and/or select
pertinent information
while reading Use verbs and products, p. 6.

• Read and interpret a current article on
  biotechnology.
• Research pertinent information related to the El
  Nino weather pattern and propose possible family
  vacation destinations.
• Read science experiment and identify necessary
  materials to perform experiment.
• Read and analyze three original newspaper
  articles from World War II and identify reasons
  for opposition to US entry into the war.

B D A C
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Learning Activity Retention
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Other Tools

• Planning Checklist, p. 7 before and after
• Data Driven Checklist, p. 8
• Criteria for Lesson Review, p. 9-10
• Ask colleague to evaluate horizontal teams
• Always reflect on each unit of study

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Performance Tasks

• Description of how students will demonstrate
  learning p. 14-16
• Could be product, performance or
• extended writing
• Written in third person - The student will . .
  .
• Specific work and learning context
• Is NOT assessment as we know it

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Creating a Performance Task

• Consider student learning
• Create performance task that requires students to
  demonstrate concepts, knowledge, skills, and
  behaviors
• p. 11 guide for future, incl. standards
• Include
• Student work
• Specific context
• Conditions

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BrochureNinth Grade English/Technology

• Students will learn to use Microsoft Publisher
• Students will research clubs and activities on
  the KMHS campus
• Students will interview adult sponsors
• Students will synthesize and present their
  findings to peers
• Students will present brochures to sponsors for
  use during fall Open House

stephanie.meyer_at_cobbk12.org
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Pro Start
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Student Reflection

• Looking back, I think I should have made more
  creative titles. Also, the next time I work in
  Publisher I need to come in early and work on my
  layout because I dont have enough time in class
  to insert information and make my product look
  creative.

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DECA
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KMHS Administration
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• Did this lesson fulfill the requirements of a
  good performance task?
• Why or why not?
• Is this lesson transportable across grade levels
  and curricular areas?

http//www.pgcps.pg.k12.md.us/elc/developingtask
s.html
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High School Examplespages 12-15
Middle School Examplespages 16-19
Elementary School Examplespages 20-23
Using the Rigor/Relevance Framework for Planning
and Instruction Using Gold Seal Lessons to
Improve Instruction Resource Center
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Successful Practices Network

• Connect to schools and educators
• Membership in professional learning com
• Immediate access to successful practices - Gold
  Seal Lessons
• Interactive website, online conferencing
• Site visits, regional meetings
• Discount on materials
• See SPN booth at Northern Ballroom near the
  Resource Center

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MORE IDEAS
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U.S. History End-of-Course Test Review
Quadrant B
neisha.williams_at_cobbk12.org
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Teacher Reflection

As an educator, I strongly believe that my task
is not just to teach history, but also to
motivate my students to want to have a hunger for
learning. Students are unique individuals who
learn in many different ways and therefore should
be evaluated in ways other than the traditional
methods of assessment.
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Mitosis Childrens Picture Book

• Students will design, write, and illustrate a
  childrens picture book that will take the reader
  through the life cycle of a chosen character.
• Students will demonstrate the analogy of the cell
  while in interphase (3 stages), mitosis, and
  cytokinesis.

karen1.romano_at_cobbk12.org
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Websites with Great Ideas
www.biointeractive.com
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• http//teachersdomain.org
• Free downloadable, interactive educational
  resources, i.e., from Nova, for earth science,
  engineering, life science and physical science
• http//www.thefutureschannel.com/index.php
• Short documentary videos that take students
  behind the scenes with professionals from a wide
  range of careers. Answers the question, When
  will I ever use this?

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Said Other Ways, D Quadrant is .
. .
One destination, many roads One match, many
strokes One painting, many colors

• One question, many answers
• One song, many voices
• One topic, many interpretations

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If you always do what you always did, you
will always get what you always got. Willard
Wirtz
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May the road rise up to meet you.
International Center for Leadership in
Education 1587 Route 146 Rexford, NY
12148 http//www.LeaderEd.com
http//www.cobbk12.org/kennesawmountain/
mimidyer_at_comcast.net mimi.dyer_at_cobbk12.org