Module 1 Essential Questions:

How are lesson plans created?

Why are lesson plans important?

What is a lesson objective, target, or learning goal?

How do you observe a student understanding or knowing something?

What is Bloom’s Taxonomy of Learning?

What is rigor?

How do you include rigor?

What is the importance of the 4 levels of Depth of Knowledge (DOK).

What does the work of John Hattie tell you about student achievement?

Module 2 Essential Questions:

What is direct instruction?

What is an independent learner?

What are the characteristics of an independent learner?

Define cooperative grouping.

Describe the benefits of cooperative groups?

What is Project Based Learning (PBL)?

How do Teachers Create Project-Based Learning Opportunities?

What is modeling?

Why is modeling important?

Explain gradual release of instruction.

Module 3 Essential Questions:

What is engagement?

What does engagement look like?

How do I measure engagement?

What can I do to facilitate engagement?

What is intensity and enthusiasm?

Why is active participation important?

What are some examples of active participation?

Describe the benefits of reflective discussions?

How do teachers ask good questions?

What are some examples of how you can include discussions in your lessons?

Why is movement important?

How can you incorporate movement into your lessons?

What are two examples of engaging lessons?

Why are graphic organizers helpful?

How can you include graphic organizers into your lessons?

Module 4 Essential Questions:

Why are games important in the classroom?

How do Teachers Incorporate Games into the Classroom?

Why are brain breaks important?

When do teachers incorporate brain breaks?

Module 5 Essential Questions:

What is pacing?

How does pacing influence learning?

How do teachers avoid wasting time in the classroom?

How do teachers create “just right” pacing?

What is a transition?

Why are transitions important?

Brain-Based Teaching Strategies

What are the uses of warm-ups, exit tickets, and sponges?

Why are warm-ups, exit tickets, and sponges important to good classroom management?

Module 6 Essential Questions:

How do feedback statements influence students' learning?

Why is a growth mindset important for teachers and students?

What do teachers do when students are not engaged?