We often hear that teachers need to be facilitators of learning rather than deliverers of information. Through this workshop, Clif Mims will help you begin developing strategies for managing a classroom in which students have a leading role in learning and the teacher becomes an engaged classroom coach. Strategies for designing and practical tips for implementing units will be shared.
Workshop resources available at http://bit.ly/mims201.
14. Model 1
• Collaborate with your partner(s) to research the debate
of the H1N1 flu vaccine in the U.S.A. Review trustworthy
resources taking notes and keeping citations as you learn.
• DUE TODAY: Work with your partner(s) to develop a list of
some of the arguments for taking and abstaining from
the vaccine.
15. Model 2
• Collaborate with your partner(s) to research the debate
of the H1N1 flu vaccine in the U.S.A. Review trustworthy
resources taking notes and keeping citations as you learn.
• DUE TODAY: Work with your partner(s) to develop a list of
some of the arguments for taking and abstaining from
the vaccine.
• DUE WEDNESDAY: Create a persuasive presentation
advocating for your decision to take or abstain from the
vaccine.
16. Revisit the Framework
• Driving question, scenario
• Data collection
• Data analysis
• Communicate findings
17. Making Connections
• Common Core Standards
• State Curriculum Frameworks
• 21st Century Skills
• Productive Citizens
19. Students’ Driving Questions
• What is the ratio of cars, trucks, SUVs, and vans?
• Where do people with sports cars tend to park their cars?
• What is the most common vehicle color to visit this parking
lot?
• When is this parking lot the busiest?
• From 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM does Publix, Jitney Jungle, or Kroger
have the busiest parking lot?
• Judging by the parking lots, which local banks attract the most
business?
21. Model 3
Imagine that you are part of
Christopher Columbus' crew
and determine how much
drinking water needs to be
packed.
22. Model 3
Imagine that you are part of
Christopher Columbus' crew
and determine how much
drinking water needs to be
packed.
SURPRISE: Report your
answer in liters.
23. Revisit the Framework
• Driving question, scenario
• Data collection
• Data analysis
• Communicate findings
24. Making Connections
• Common Core Standards
• State Curriculum Frameworks
• 21st Century Skills
• Productive Citizens
25. What Does It Take to Create
an Activity Like This?
26. Instructional Design Tips
1. Driving question or scenario
2. Alternative/suggested resources
3. Mini-lessons as needed
4. Conferencing
5. Organizers
6. Guide students through questioning
Mims, C. (2003), Authentic Learning: A Practical
Introduction and Guide for Implmentation
27. Practical Tips for Teachers
1. You must think like a coach.
2. Bring earplugs.
3. Ease your way into it.
4. Get some help.
5. You are learning, too.
Mims, C. (2003), Authentic Learning: A Practical
Introduction and Guide for Implmentation
29. Application
• Identify at least one project-based activity
that you will implement next semester.
• Use the Planning Form (Example
Lessons/Units: 1 Day, 3 Days, 2 Weeks)
30. Related Resources
• Authentic Learning: A Practical
Introduction and Guide for Implmentation
• Inquiry-Based Learning at Wikipedia
• Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century
• Instructional Design in the Digital Age
• ClifMims.com
Discuss with your group characteristics about each of these kinds of professionals and individuals that you value. Prepare to share 2 of your favorites characteristics for each photo.
Create a Wordle using groups responses.