In this course, you have read about problem-, project-, and inquiry-based learning and their value in the classroom. You have also read about integrating technology into the classroom.
Now, you will demonstrate your understanding of effective instructional strategies by connecting the concepts of problem-based learning (PBL), project-based learning (PJBL), and/or Inquiry-based learning (IBL) along with the integrating of technology from the readings and videos in this course so far. Additionally, you must integrate feedback from previous assessments—Written Assignment (WA) 3, Portfolio Activity (PA) 4, and Written Assignment (WA)5—to demonstrate your comprehension of various instructional strategies' effectiveness.
Assignment
Create a lesson plan on a topic of your choice using the provided template and include the following information with relevant justification:
a) Include a topic name that is appropriate for a secondary classroom in the lesson plan.
b) Add the learning outcomes you wish your students to meet.
c) Include problem-based learning (PBL), project-based learning (PJBL), and/or Inquiry-based learning (IBL) L approaches Please incorporate the feedback provided in WA3, PA4 and WA5.
d) Specify the types of technology you plan to include (e.g., coding exercises, video creation) to improve student learning.
e) Describe how student learning will be assessed.
How will you assess students’ learning (e.g. True/False, MCQs and/or match the column etc.)?
f. Display elements of CLD (Constructivist Learning Design) in the lesson plan
Lesson Plan Template:
Gagon, G. W., Jr., & Collay, M. (2005). Constructivist learning design: Key questions for teaching to standards. Corwin Press.
To access the LIRN:
- Log into the UoPeople library and go to LIRN. Here is a link to guide you to reach and search on LIRN-How to Access LIRN?
- Select Education under the Jump to the Specific Group section.
- Search using the entire name of the book.
- View the online book.
- The template is on p. 5 (p. 32 of the eBook).
Submission Instructions
- Submit a Word document for the lesson plan. The lesson plan must follow Gagnon and Collay's (2005) template.
- Use high-quality, credible, relevant sources to develop ideas appropriate for the discipline and genre of writing. Use the APA format for citation list and in paper citation. Refer to the UoPeople APA Tutorials in the LRC for help with APA citations.
- Cite at least two course readings and two outside resources (at least four total).
- Check all content for grammar and spelling.
- Please check the Information Literacy section on this course page, located on the right-hand side resource block. It provides valuable guidance on using information effectively to accomplish your specific goals. Gain skills in utilizing credible sources to strengthen your arguments and critically assess the information you encounter. Please consider using references and in-text citations from textbooks and any other sources used in this assignment from our library.
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Open Door. (2022). The Foundation for a Better Life.
https://www.passiton.com/inspirational-stories-tv-spots/149-open-door
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https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/53092/i-am-offering-this-poem
TheHoustonFactor. (2015). FOX 26 NEWS SPECIAL: DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM! [YouTube Video]. In YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YEw0Rv5cmzc
Scholl, A. (2022, March 17). What is inquiry-based learning: A complete overview. SplashLearn.
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Stix, A., & Conklin, W. (2014). Active learning across the content areas. Shell Educational Publishing.