A checklist used by teachers to assess how elementary students cope with complex, open-ended problems.
A rubric in student language used by elementary students to assess how they cope with complex problems.
A checklist used by teachers to assess elementary students’ generalizing skills.
This article provides an overview of metacognition, suggestions for teaching elementary students to be metacognitive about their reading, and links to professional resources.
A checklist used by teachers to assess elementary students’ use of heuristics (strategies or routines) to solve problems.
A rubric in student language used by elementary students to meet high standards of quality as they problem solve.
The wraparound learning experience is demonstrated by Sandi Silbernagel as she teaches her students about Cajun Tall Tales. Instructional expert Jim Knight discusses strategies and activities that can affect learning outcomes.