INTEL Essentials Course Module 2
How can Curriculum-Framing Questions help support my students’ learning?
CFQ’s help support student learning by focusing instruction on a major theme with specific learning objectives developed through Unit and Content Questions.
How can I plan ongoing student-centered assessment?
Student centered assessment can be achieved in a variety of ways, including checklists, forms, and interviews. Assessment should occur before the implementation of the unit, during the unit, and after the unit is completed to determine the extent to which students understand the desired concepts.
A recent comment (click on the # of comments above to see them) asked how can I, as ITC, assist and encourage teachers in creating various assessment instruments. I believe that one of the best ways for me to accomplish this is to learn more about what you hope to accomplish in your individual classes, and more about you as a teacher. Knowing what you currently do in your classes, and what types of assessments you would be willing to try and implement, are some of the key components in creating multiple assessment instruments. Additionally, I believe that if I bring to you ideas and demonstrate ways in which you can implement the instruments in your class (with a minimum of fuss and effort), we can work together to find ways to move beyond traditional methods of assessment.
Writing CFQ’s is HARD! Good questions are difficult to craft that get at higher order thinking skills to address Alabama standards. Does that mean we need to take a closer look at our standards?
Using a variety of assessment instruments is important in the teaching/learning process. In your role as ITC, how can you assist and or encourage teachers in the creation of various assessment instruments?
How can I use the Internet to support my teaching and students’ learning?
The key to using the vast resources of the Internet is clearly identifying the goals and objectives of the lesson or unit as well as the skills you want your students to build (communication, collaboration, research, etc.) Once these goals are clearly delineated, I believe using the Internet becomes less overwhelming, in that you have a more narrow instructional focus. However, I believe that both students and teachers need to be taught how to evaluate information obtained from the web.
How can I ensure responsible and appropriate use of the Internet?
The simple answer is education and modeling. Teaching students, through programs such as iSafe, appropriate and responsible use of the Internet is key. Additionally, teachers need to model appropriate use in all aspects of computer use.