Using Learning Theory to Inform Teaching Practices

bullet1 Developmentally-Appropriate Topics and Activities in Grades...

bullet2 6, 7 and 8

bullet3 mostly allow for direct interaction with materials.

bullet3 focus on complex problem solving and the application of understanding.

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bullet3 place responsibility for developing inquiry models on the students.

bullet3 allow for discussion of results, development of conclusions and conceptual understandings.

bullet3 employ diverse assessment instruments with a focus on mastery and developmental diagnosis.