Teaching for Deep Understanding

How do we resource?

Teaching and learning for deep understanding

Cross-curricular competencies for Alberta Students● Know how to learn● Think critically● Identify and solve● Manage information● Innovate● Create● Apply multiple literacies● Communicate● Global and cultural understanding● Personal growth and wellbeing

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Transformed Teaching: DIFFERENT, not just better

Traditional Tasks Transformative tasks

The SAMR model of technology integration

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About the TECHNOLOGY About the PEDAGOGY

• For the sake of using technology

• About APPs and tools

• During specific times

• When directed by the teacher in a conventional manner

• For teacher use

• Not required to accomplish learning task; activities easier without tech

• Word processing or simple presentation

• Chosen by the teacher

• Random, arbitrary, an afterthought

• To deliver content.

• In isolation of programs of study

• LOTS

• Independent use

• Supports engaged teaching and learning (authentic, fosters deep understanding, multiple means, competency-focused)

• Personalizes learning• Connects learners• Seamlessly integrated• Infused throughout the day across

subject-areas• Essential in accomplishing the task• Selected by the learner as most

appropriate• To create and share knowledge• To enhance inquiry, HOTS

184 Days of Learning

Learners involved in engaging learning tasks: What do you look for?

Learners are:

● Connected with others

● Applying their learning to real-life situations

● Collaborating in substantive ways

● Creating and sharing knowledge with wider audiences

● Engaging in activities impossible to achieve without technology