Depth of knowledge

Assessment matrixes can be used by teachers to think about rigor when designing assessments to think more clearly about cognitive demand.

Crap.. I said a bad word!! We all know, as teachers, that the 'D' word is one of the most feared words in education. Yes, we all know its a must do - but it truly is one of the hardest elements to

Is It Time for a Relevancy Check? You know what you're supposed to teach. It's defined in academic standards implemented by your state and and outlined the curriculum adopted by the district. You know what your students are expected to know, understand, and do and how deeply they need to know, understand, and be aware of what they're learning. It's stated in the performance objectives your state's academic standards and set by the questions, problems, and tasks your students your students…

As educators offer social and emotional support remotely, they can adapt rigorous assignments to provide students academic challenges, says Barbara Blackburn.

Today’s teachers are encouraged to design student-centered learning experiences that support 21st-century teaching and learning. Why and how can teachers do it or what technology can help? Learning Experience Designer, Lynn Marentette explains.

Webb’s Depth of Knowledge model is a useful tool for evaluating our lessons. What are the best strategies or activities to help students at each DOK

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