We've talked about rigor and relevance: the ability to get kids thinking deeply beyond the classroom environment. Check out these examples as students work at a high level of DOK on assignments that have a connection beyond the subject and the school environment. Notice how each of these examples integrates technology - this is the power of technology, not just as bells and whistles, but as a valuable tool for increased learning!
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| Students in Robotics and Engineering become engineers, drafting concepts, writing code for their motors to work, and reflecting on the process. These design skills will serve them far into the future. |
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| Through the Rosetta Stone program, students are learning languages beyond our traditional offerings: Italian, Japanese, and... |
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| Making a news broadcast to showcase their knowledge of weather, students integrate technology use and collaboration skills to create a thoughtful, content-specific product. |
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| Students Skype with the composer of their newest piece. As they played for her, she provided feedback and extended their ability to emote the sound. |
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| Stations provide a way for students to "own" their learning, practicing a new skill independently and in a broader context. In these stations, students are conferring with their teachers and practicing the practical application of a grammar skill through author analysis and writing. |
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| Book discussions can have many different formats to engage kids - these students communicate with each other on Edmodo to further their understanding of the book, the author's choices, and make personal connections. By integrating technology, student comfort is increased and teacher feedback and questioning is integrated. |
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