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Bookend Pedagogy

A Principal's Reflections

As I pondered over what I was going to call this presentation, the idea of bookend pedagogy popped in my mind. The more I think about it; I really see bookend pedagogy as a critical element of any successful lesson. I ran the title by my wife as she never hesitates to tell me how it is.

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A Framework for Learning Through the Purposeful Use of Technology

A Principal's Reflections

The framework above, which I am tentatively calling Purposeful Use of Technology for Learning (PUTL), serves to develop a foundation and inform how technology can be used to support learner-driven experiences and outcomes. Digital tools naturally support and enhance high-agency elements such as voice, choice, path, pace, and place.

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Relevant Thinking and Learner Success

A Principal's Reflections

Educators should encourage project-based learning, interdisciplinary approaches, and creative problem-solving. Educators should use the framework as a dynamic tool to scaffold instruction and assessment while moving to more personalized pedagogies. It can also be leveraged to ensure technology is used purposefully.

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Alternative Learning: Supporting Our At-Promise Students

A Principal's Reflections

While each alternative learning program is unique, consider the following as you either look to create or improve one in your district. These main components have been slightly adapted based on the ALPSS program. In terms of pedagogy, personalized learning strategies and project-based learning should be emphasized.

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How One District Takes STEM Learning to the Next Level

ED Surge

Innovative STEM programming requires a willingness to adopt emerging tools and technologies, as well as methodologies like project-based learning. We saw an opportunity to use Minecraft Education as a project-based learning tool in computer science, which is how Level Up Los Angeles was born.

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Developing Resilience in Learners

A Principal's Reflections

An array of strategies can be used, such as problem and project-based learning, performance tasks, personalization, independent open courseware studies, internships, and capstone experiences.

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What Is the Secret Sauce for Deeper Learning?

Cult of Pedagogy

When you make a purchase through these links, Cult of Pedagogy gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Ask most adults if they remember anything they learned in high school, and what you’re likely to hear is a lot of different versions of no. The post What Is the Secret Sauce for Deeper Learning?