21st+Century+Learning

Our focus for the Induction Meeting of 11-18 was on identifying what is essential for our students to learn. We read "Put Understanding First" by Wiggins and McTighe. Access the article here.

Please respond to the following questions using the discussion tab above. 1.   What does this article suggest about what is essential for students to learn in the 21st century? 2.   How does what the author defines as essential fit with what you have focused on in your classes and in your PLCs?

Additional articles of note are below.

Know What the Real Goals Are" by Packer

"Understanding by Design" Introduction