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Video: Three Dimensional Learning Through Performance Tasks
This video demonstrates how disciplinary core ideas, crosscutting concepts, and science and engineering practices provide a learning model requiring students to be knowledgeable about science, scientific practice and the ability
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A Tale of Two Competency-Based Districts
Districts around the country are moving away from teaching models based on lectures and textbooks—but transition isn’t always simple. Creating a competency-based or mastery-based environment requires re-thinking everything,
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Differentiating Instruction through Project-Based Learning - Part Two
Editor’s Note: This is the second of a two-part blog series on differentiation in the classroom. Click here for part one. Differentiation is an instructional strategy employed by many
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How to Connect with Students at the Start of the School Year
The start of the school year is an exciting and important time for educators and students. Read these tips for planning and creating a welcoming classroom environment focused on student
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What CSI Can Teach ELA
The article highlights Horace Mann Middle School's use of Defined, where teachers use tasks to create cross-curricular projects focused on STEM and ELA, fostering hands-on career exploration and
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What is Student Agency?
The term student agency relates to the student having an active role in their learning through voice, and often a choice, in the process. Project and problem-based learning provide opportunities
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4 Ways to Leverage Technology to Enhance the Learning Experience
Technology creates many opportunities for teachers to provide innovative learning experiences for students. An even greater benefit is that these learning experiences can take place regardless of the time and
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Enhancing Teaching and Learning with eLearning Videos
In a world that has been taken over by social media outlets and video-sharing platforms, it makes sense for teachers to capitalize on students’ interest in digital media. Videos, in
Read MoreSchool District U-46 Adopts Defined STEM to Reach Project-Based Assessment Goals
The Illinois district aims to use performance tasks to encourage student growth and assess students’ understanding of standards-aligned learning. (CHICAGO, IL) November 1, 2017 —Defined Learning today announced its partnership
Read More12 New and Noteworthy Products at TCEA 2015 - Defined Learning
TCEA 2015 took place from February 2nd to the 6th in Austin, Texas. It was five days packed with educational sessions and an exhibit hall with 450 companies featuring the
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