The researchers then compared these qualitative data with the quantitative data they gathered on levels of student engagement and
authentic instruction as a means of triangulation.
Not exact matches
dish it up in an
authentic bowl from Japan brought to you
as a gift by your teenage Japanese guest from last May (that's a very specific
instruction, isn't it?)
We were concerned, though, that despite applications of the best reform initiatives, too many of our students still did not achieve to their potential; that
authentic learning (which we believe so critical to urban student success) was largely missing; and that the fundamental issue of how to teach critical thinking was rarely addressed
as an integrated element of
instruction.
In some classrooms, writing
instruction focuses almost exclusively on text transcription skills, such
as handwriting and spelling, with few opportunities to compose meaningful,
authentic text (e.g., Palinscar & Klenk, 1992).
So how do we,
as educators, implement
authentic learning experiences in our
instruction while realizing that at the end of the day, the product of our students» work must still be translated into one of 5 letter grades?
We selected six schools designated
as High - Scoring Schools (HSS) from the larger sample because at least 60 % of the teachers who had been observed received a high score on Standard 1 of Newmann's five standards for
authentic instruction (described in more detail below).
We trained ourselves
as observers to reliably document
instruction in the lessons we observed based on our modification of Newmann «s assessment of
authentic instruction.313 We recorded what we saw and heard on an observation form that included two main sections: 1) basic information about the context, details of the lesson, how class time was used, how students were organized for
instruction and learning, the kinds of technology used during the lesson, and a description of any positive or negative features in the classroom; and 2) assessments of
instruction using four of Newmann's five standards of
authentic instruction: higher order thinking, deep knowledge, substantive conversation, and connection to the world beyond the classroom.
Here is the description of Opt Out Orlando taken from their site: «Opt Out Orlando advocates for multiple measures of
authentic assessments, such
as a portfolio, non-high stakes standardized tests (Iowa Test of Basic Standards (ITBS) or the Stanford Achievement Test (SAT10)-RRB-, which are used to inform teachers»
instruction of their students and which do not result in punitive consequences for students, teachers and schools.
Ms. Vanzura is a growth - focused instructional coach with a passion for supporting the use of high - quality,
authentic literature in classrooms, development of engaging and dynamic professional development for teachers, and serving
as an advocate for excellence in literacy
instruction.
What might the outcomes for
authentic instruction and student engagement be
as examined over an extended, multi-year DFS partnership?
This research employs observation and case study methodologies to look at the use of drama
as a primary component of
instruction and
authentic assessment.
As her district's first iPad Lab teacher, Katie Chirhart creates assignments that augment classroom
instruction, inspires colleagues, and provides
authentic opportunities for her students, whether that is showcasing Maker Space projects, writing app reviews, or programming Dash robots or Ozobots.
The teacher intentionally facilitates
authentic student thinking through inquiry - based approaches, such
as project based learning and Socratic seminars, reciprocal teaching, differentiation of
instruction, use of graphic organizers to represent thinking, and other reflective practices (Avilés & Algasem, 2016).
The report evaluates key factors of preparation and development programs such
as strong organizational partnerships, support for learning,
authentic learning opportunities, and learning opportunities focused on improving
instruction and creating school environments of continual learning and improvement.
By providing teachers with a model for tracking and assessing their knowledge, skills, and daily lesson preparation within a framework that incorporates technological
instruction, we hope to raise awareness about how these domains impact classroom
instruction on a daily basis,
as well
as promote increased awareness of developing teachers» responsibility to provide
authentic and content - specific technology
instruction.
A view teachers
as ongoing learners who support inclusive and collaborative teaching practices, use differentiated
instruction; multiple,
authentic forms of assessment, and participatory / cooperative learning