2012 Classroom Makeover Day 1

Liz Fogartyfogartye@ecu.edu

Monday: Foundational Support

Tuesday: Additions

Wednesday: Customization

Thursday: More Customization

Our SessionsTalk & DoListen 30 minutes30 minutes Synthesize 30 minutes

Pre-AssessmentOn the side with the computer, read through theexamples of low prep and high prep differentiation.• For each example of something that you have heard of (or know what it is) give yourself a point for that item.• However, if you have actually done that type of differentiation, give yourself two points.Add up your points to find your TOTAL number of points.Write this number on a sticky note.

Today’s ObjectiveO Participants will determine the thematic connections between existing curriculum and big ideas and themes.

Moving from Cute Counts

Talk & DoListen 30 minutes30 minutes Synthesize 30 minutes

Universal Themes and Generalizations Kaplan Change Patterns Conflict Power Exploration Structure Force or Influence Systems Order vs. Chaos Relationships

“Cute”

Explain that we have beensummoned to solve a crime. Brieflydiscuss the specifics of the crime:• The class pet, Whiskers, is missing.• A ransom note has been left at thescene.• There are no witnesses.

Making CSI Badges

Crime Scene InvestigatorID #AIG07200804 Authorization Level:Date Issued: L17/14/08

Hamster Caretaker Log

Whiskers Caretaking Log • Put him in his ball. • Refill his water. • Replenish his food. • Add bedding if needed. • Put him back in his cage. • Give him a yogurt treat. • Sign log.Signature Date Comments

Hanging Crime Scene Tape Around The Classroom

How Can We Turn ThisUnit From “Cute” Into “Counts”?

Etarvmitcrja(Cryptography)

Agent Sheila Toler Agent Kristen Argent

Add in real-worldproblemsolving andreal-worldproblemfinding.

Real-World Problem-Solving and Problem-FindingImportant aspect of curriculum for the gifted.• Allows students to apply their learning• Allows students to utilize analytical thinking skills to solve a problem or find problems to solve• Encourages development of social capital

Which is more effective atprotecting secrets: codes or ciphers?Substitution CiphersCeasar Shift CiphersLetter Shift Substitution CiphersNumber Shift CiphersGrid Transposition CiphersRandom Transposition Ciphers Algorithms

Develop Technology InfusedProducts for Authentic Audiences• Students utilize many different technology devicesand technological processes to create an end productof a virtual case file.• Devices include: a Smartboard, digitalcameras, Palm pilots, iPods, ascanner, laptops, specialized lighting, andmicroscopes.• Processes include:downloading, uploading, scanning, creatingpodcasts, creating files with security codes, andsearching data bases.

Talk & DoListen 30 minutes30 minutes Synthesiz e 30 minutes

Universal Themes and Generalizations Kaplan Change Patterns Conflict Power Exploration Structure Force or Influence Systems Order vs. Chaos Relationships

Your Lessons and UnitsMake curriculum appropriate forgifted learners by moving from cute counts: – Enduring understandings and essential questions – Real-world problems – Authentic audiences

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1. Fill in at least one detail under each topic. (2 minutes)2. When instructed, you will circulate and share details until matrix is complete or time has run out. 3. Debrief. Share Differentiation of Instruction handout.

2012 Classroom Makeover Day 1

by Liz Fogarty on Jul 09, 2012

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