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The Critical Skills Classroom: Problem-Based Standards Aligned Experiential Collaborative Created by the deliberate development and care of a safe and engaging classroom culture; the crafting of challenges guided by meaningful assessment;
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
A Critical Skills Program Presentation Compiled and Created by Maura Hart Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
The conduct of their lives The shaping of their society And the survival of the planet.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Skillful problem solvers capable of developing effective solutions to the multi- dimensional and complex problems present in both personal and professional areas;
Are capable decision makers who make responsible decisions in diverse situations;
Routinely and effectively apply critical thinking in a range of life roles;
Think creatively to enhance both life experience and results;
Skillful communicators who express themselves with clarity and authenticity;
Can efficiently and productively organize time, space, materials and tasks;
Can skillfully help others to optimize their work together through effective management;
Can recognize quality leadership and can assume it when appropriate.
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Are responsible and invested owners of life-long learning; Are reflectively self-directed with a strong work ethic; Have a well developed internal model of quality work; Are trustworthy, have integrity and are of ethical character; Seek to optimize work through collaboration; Demonstrate a sense of curiosity and wonder; Are responsible and active members of communities.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Curriculum is transformed into problem-based challenges which
are linked together and have relevance to the outside world.
Student accountability is developed through a multitude of
assessments which are performance based. Accountability is also fostered through public exhibition of knowledge.
Students are coached to continuously engage in their learning by
working to quality criteria, engaging in collaboration and reflecting
There are three dimensions of learning occurring at all times in the
Critical Skills Classroom:
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Craft challenges Act as a model Encourage Motivate Have high expectations Expect success Allow students to find
answers
Structure interactions Develop rituals and traditions Provide tools Build a common language
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Actively solve problems Publicly exhibit their
knowledge
Actively reflect on what they
are doing
Focus on standards of
quality
Have roles, rights and
responsibilities
Are held accountable for
their actions
Use common language,
rituals and traditions,
Work as a team
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Evaluation Synthesis Analysis Application Comprehension Knowledge
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Learning styles Mcarthy Targeting and Aligning with Common Core Multiple Intelligences Howard Gardner Curriculum Mapping Heidi Hayes Jacobs Frameworks for Teaching Charlotte Daniels Dewey, Montessori, Vygotsky, Likona Interdisciplinary teaching and thematic units Formative & Authentic Assessment Wiggins and McTighe Multi-age classrooms Brain-based research Ted Sizer’s “Necessary Habits” Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs Block and flexible scheduling Bloom’s Taxonomy
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.
Compiled by Maura Hart, Ed.D.