week 4 assignment 1

When planning lessons the first step is to determine goals for learning outcomes. This is based on the curriculum standards that you follow. However, once the learning goal is determined the desired results for long-term learning must be identified. This is done by determining how the lesson will be applicable in the student's life. To assure that transfer of the knowledge will occur I come up with essential questions that ensure that the students are really internalizing the lesson and will be able to use the knowledge in different situations. There must be a deep understanding of content and practical application of skills that connect the learning goal with desired long-term results. It is clear that learning goes beyond that which is in the classroom. When planning lessons, the main focus should be that the skill and knowledge gained can and will easily be transferable to future life circumstances (college, career...). One must choose learning goals that will help studnents advance towards higher level thinking and allow for application of knowledge/skill.