Authentic Learning Experiences A Real-World Approach to Project-Based Learning
Auteur : Laur Dayna
Learn how to implement a real-world approach to project-based learning. Authentic learning experiences are created around genuine, outside audiences and meaningful purposes. They meet the Common Core, engage students in critical thinking and 21st Century learning, teach important skills such as research and collaboration, and improve student learning. This practical guide provides step-by-step instructions to make it easy for teachers to create their own authentic learning experiences. The book is loaded with a variety of examples from different grade levels and content areas.
Bonus! Each example incorporates technology and addresses the Common Core State Standards.
Chapter 1: Authentic Learning Experiences: An Introduction
My Story
An Overview of Authentic Learning Experiences
Chapter 2: Creating a Challenging Investigation
Complex Problems
Critical Thinking
The Challenging Investigation
Teaching Critical-Thinking Skills
Sample Authentic Learning Experiences
Chapter 3: Creating the Community/Career Connection
Career Connection
Community Connection
Career Connection Examples
Community Connection Examples
Chapter 4: Justification of One’s Work
Moving Beyond Brainstorming
Making the Most Out of Research
Sample Authentic Learning Experiences
Chapter 5: Creating a Meaningful Outside Audience
What Is a Meaningful Outside Audience?
How to Create an Outside Audience
Using Technology to Connect to Your Audience
The Outside Audience Promotes the Justification Element
Sample Authentic Learning Experiences
Chapter 6: The Common Core and Other State Standards
Testing in the Common Core Era
Directly Connecting the Elements of Authentic Learning Experiences to the Test
Sample Authentic Learning Experiences
Chapter 7: Designing Interdisciplinary Authentic Learning Experiences
A Shift in Thinking .
The Single-Teacher Approach
The Multiple-Teacher Approach
Interdisciplinary Examples
Chapter 8: Authentic Assessment
Formative Assessment: What Is It, Anyway?
Effective Formative Assessment
Summative Assessment Is More Than Just a Test
Final Thoughts
Chapter 9: Facilitating Authentic Learning Experiences
Taking the First Steps
Collaboration Is a Needed Skill
Researching
Scaffolding Is Not Differentiation
Final Thoughts
References
Date de parution : 09-2015
17.8x25.4 cm
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