Lesson Makeovers
I asked teachers to send in lessons for me to make over. I picked a few and developed a small online event around those lessons.
Lesson Makeovers: 3 Big Ideas
For TeachersAfter looking at dozens of lessons folks sent in, I came up with three big ideas to address.
From “Identify” to “Analyze” – Famous Structures
For TeachersRather than just learning about one structure, let's climb Bloom's and think more deeply.
Depth and Complexity: Patterns and Quadrilaterals
For TeachersWhy just "identifying patterns" isn't deep enough.
Engagement Isn’t The Goal
For TeachersWhile "engagement" is fun, it shouldn't be our main goal.
Aim High, Scaffold Down
For TeachersA high level of thinking also requires the support of thoughtful scaffolding.
Beyond Identifying a Story’s Problem and Solution
For TeachersSo your students can identify a story's problem and solution. Then what?
Comparing Fraction Strategies
For TeachersComparing fraction strategies? Let's take it even further!
Why I Don’t Use “Create”
For TeachersThe word "Create" can mask low-level tasks. Here's why I avoid using it in objectives.
Comparing Strengths and Weaknesses
For TeachersGo beyond merely explaining strengths and weaknesses and get students thinking in interesting ways.
Context Clues and Classics
For TeachersHow to use a classic to revamp a study of context clues.
Fancy Product? Simple Thinking – Wax Museum
For TeachersA big, impressive product doesn't mean that there was big, impressive thinking.