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2012 Classroom Makeover Day 1
- 7. Our Sessions Talk & Do Listen 30 minutes 30 minutes Synthesize 30 minutes
- 8. Pre-Assessment On the side with the computer, read through the examples 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.
- 9. Today’s Objective O Participants will determine the thematic connections between existing curriculum and big ideas and themes.
- 10. Moving from Cute Counts
- 11. Talk & Do Listen 30 minutes 30 minutes Synthesize 30 minutes
- 12. Universal Themes and Generalizations Kaplan Change Patterns Conflict Power Exploration Structure Force or Influence Systems Order vs. Chaos Relationships
- 16. “Cute”
- 17. Explain that we have been summoned to solve a crime. Briefly discuss the specifics of the crime: • The class pet, Whiskers, is missing. • A ransom note has been left at the scene. • There are no witnesses.
- 19. Crime Scene Investigator ID #AIG07200804 Authorization Level: Date Issued: L1 7/14/08
- 21. 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
- 22. Hanging Crime Scene Tape Around The Classroom
- 24. How Can We Turn This Unit From “Cute” Into “Counts”?
- 26. Agent Sheila Toler Agent Kristen Argent
- 27. Agent Sheila Toler Agent Kristen Argent
- 29. Add in real- world problem solving and real-world problem finding.
- 30. Real-World Problem-Solving and Problem-Finding Important 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
- 31. Which is more effective at protecting secrets: codes or ciphers? Substitution Ciphers Ceasar Shift Ciphers Letter Shift Substitution Ciphers Number Shift Ciphers Grid Transposition Ciphers Random Transposition Ciphers Algorithms
- 34. Develop Technology Infused Products for Authentic Audiences • Students utilize many different technology devices and technological processes to create an end product of a virtual case file. • Devices include: a Smartboard, digital cameras, Palm pilots, iPods, a scanner, laptops, specialized lighting, and microscopes. • Processes include: downloading, uploading, scanning, creating podcasts, creating files with security codes, and searching data bases.
- 36. Talk & Do Listen 30 minutes 30 minutes Synthesiz e 30 minutes
- 37. Universal Themes and Generalizations Kaplan Change Patterns Conflict Power Exploration Structure Force or Influence Systems Order vs. Chaos Relationships
- 38. Your Lessons and Units Make curriculum appropriate for gifted learners by moving from cute counts: – Enduring understandings and essential questions – Real-world problems – Authentic audiences
- 39. Talk & Do Listen 30 minutes 30 minutes Synthesiz e 30 minutes
- 40. 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.