EDUC 5313 W1 - Intro to Learning Technologies

     How People Learn II - Chapter 6 - Motivation to Learn      This infographic breaks down some of the big ideas from Chapter 6 of How People Learn II , especially around what really motivates students to learn. It highlights how giving students more choice, making learning feel relevant, and focusing on growth over grades can make a huge difference. It also connect these concepts on motivation with Mark Gura's take on creative learning environments. The ISTE Standard ties everything together and explains how helping students set goals and reflect on their progress are key steps to building student's confidence and keeping them engaged in the content. 

 Authentic Intellectual Work/Authentic Instruction & Assessment           Authentic Intellectual Work (AIW) is all about helping students do the kind of thinking and problem-solving they'd actually use in the real world. Instead of just memorizing facts or filling out worksheets, students are asked to dig deeper. They are tasked with making connections, solving real problems, and explaining their thinking clearly. Although this differs from traditional teaching, where the focus is usually on getting through the curriculum, preparing for standardized tests, or doing minimal activities that don't go beyond the classroom, AIW can be used in tandem with traditional teaching methods to create a more interactive and impactful lesson that integrates real-world problem solving and critical thinking. With AIW, it's not about the activity itself, but about whether it really pushes students to think in meaningful ways.           ...

About Me      Hello everyone! My name is Nicole Rodriguez, and I am currently ending year two as the Director of Alternative Education at Glenpool High School. I have a Bachelor's in Counseling and I am 3 classes away from completing my Master's in Curriculum and Instruction. I also just completed the alternative teaching certification process and am certified in Psychology and Social Sciences. Alternative Education is my passion and my background in Counseling, as well as my own backstory and journey to where I am now has really helped me connect with these young men and women and help them not only educationally, but personally. It's been so rewarding to me to see these students who were struggling to survive, let alone learn, turn their lives around and achieve their goals. I'm honored to play even a small part in their incredible journey! My biggest professional goal at the moment is to finish my Master's degree.  I hope to use all of the information and resourc...