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    Part 1: Identification of a Learning Problem

    1) Briefly describe your target audience.The target audience consists of ten fifth grade students. The students ages range from ten to twelve years old. The students

    attend a private, Catholic, school in Augusta, Georgia.

    2) Describe the problem and explain how it was identified. Support the need for the instruction with a brief needs assessment.

    What are the discrepancies between the current (actual) and desired (optimal) states? Over the course of two years, it has been noted that many students do not always understand what it means to study and stay

    organized. They want to be successful but do not always know how to achieve that success. Teachers and parents agree that as

    students enter the upper grade levels, many students are not equipped with the tools they need to study and stay organized. In addition

    to observations by teachers and parents, the problem was identified by reviewing ten fifth grade students test scores, homework

    grades, report card averages and study hall data. The following self-assessment was also given to determine what students know aboutthemselves as learners: How do you learn? What are three ways you study? How do you stay organized? Based on the on the

    information reviewed, the following has been determined:

    Seven of the ten students have at least on C in an academic subject. Students are receiving an average of one homework slip a week. The ten students were unable to identify learning strengths and effective learning strategies based on the self-assessment

    results.

    3) Formally state the goal of your instruction.

    Students will develop tools and strategies to increase the amount of homework completed and submitted. Students averages will show improvement in each academic subject. Students will be able to identify and describe their own learning strengths and utilize study methods. Students will demonstrate effective use of an assignment pad.

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    Part II: Learner Analysis

    IntroductionThe primary audience is composed of ten fifth grade students, ages 10-12 years old. The school in which the students attend

    has approximately 450 students in grades Kindergarten through 8th

    grade. It is a private, Catholic, school in Augusta, Georgia. All ten

    students are white. Five are girls and five are boys. English is the primary language by all ten students. 80% of the students have

    attended the school since kindergarten or transiently. 30% of the students come from single parent homes. Five of the ten students are

    diagnosed with ADHD and currently take medication for attention issues. Two students take medication for attention issues but are not

    diagnosed. One student is diagnosed with an auditory processing issue. Data and information about the learners was obtained through

    the following collection tools:

    Student files from the school office

    Student survey results Student interviews Notes from Parent-Teacher Conferences Teacher observation notes Teacher interviews Permanent Records containing annual report cards and standardized test scores

    Entry Skills and Prior Knowledge Reading and Writing skills Basic computer skills Given a set of instructions, students are able to log onto websites and complete tasks. Some guidance may be necessary

    from a teacher or parent.

    Access to internet Most students have access to a handheld Apple device (iPhone, iPad, iPod).

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    Prior Knowledge

    Recognize there are different types of learners Identify homework and learning strategies Identify strategies to maintain organization

    In order to determine prior knowledge about learning styles, learning strategies, and organizing, students were administered a

    pre-assessment survey. The survey was taken using ActiVote, an anonymous response system connected to the promethean board, and

    written responses. The pre-assessment survey results showed that 80% of the students agree that it is important to have a quiet place to

    complete homework and study. 90% of the students answered that they can identify at least one person who helps them study. 60% of

    students indicated that it is ok to leave projects to the last minute. 60% of students said that keeping a binder with tab dividers is the

    best way to stay organized while the remaining 40% said that writing down assignments is the best way. Finally, 100% of the students

    agreed that spending 0-15 minutes is sufficient amount of time to prepare for a test. The second part of the pre-assessment survey was

    a series of short answer questions. The following questions were asked of each student: How do you learn? What are ways you

    study? What are some strategies you use to help yourself stay organized? Most of the students said that they learned by paying

    attention to the teacher and doing my work. For the second question, some students said that they study by my mom/dad quizzes

    me. Reponses to the third question regarding organization, some students answered keep my desk clean and put my papers in my

    binder.

    Attitudes Toward Content and Academic MotivationStudents were interviewed and given a survey to determine their attitude toward the content and academic motivation. 70% of

    the students said that they frequently feel frustrated when completing homework or studying for a test, 20% said that this happens

    occasionally, and 10% said that they never feel frustrated. When asked about keeping up with handouts, pencils, and other schools

    supplies, 30% of the students rated themselves as always having trouble keeping up with materials, 50% rated themselves as

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    sometimes having trouble with keeping up with materials, and 20% rated themselves as never having trouble with keeping up with

    supplies. The learners were asked to rate their motivation towards learning new ways to study and stay organized. 60% of the students

    stated that wanted to learn more while 40% stated that they did not want to learn more. In addition, three parent conferences were held

    to discuss study and organization habits. Below is summary of concerns expressed by the parents in the meetings.

    Parent Concerns

    A Student does not consistently write down all homework assignments; Forgets to bring home books or homework folder;

    Binder is not kept neatly; Does not know how to study independently for a test. Does not show motivation to look for ananswer in a book if there is something he does not know or understand.

    B Student does not bring home weekly newsletter causing parent to be unaware of a test. Student has trouble completinghomework assignments and becomes frustrated especially in math.

    C Parent C states that she does not understand why her child does not know how to study. She makes flashcards and makes

    student re-read the chapter in the textbook. Student still continues to be frustrated and perform poorly on tests.

    Educational Ability LevelsAccording to information obtained from permanent records, eight of the ten students are on grade level in all subject areas. The

    majority scored in the average and above average range on standardized testing in grades 4-5. The subject area that showed the most

    weakness is math. The report card grades and test scores indicate that this is an area of weakness for several of the students. Only one

    student is eligible for receiving accommodations in school. This particular student is given extended time on tests. All tests are

    recorded and administered orally on an iPad for this student.

    General Learning PreferencesThe learners prefer hands on activities. They also like games, working with a partner, having a choice in the type of work they

    do (choice board), and activities that involve the computer. This information was obtained from a student survey and teacher

    observations.

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    Attitude Toward Teachers and SchoolThe majority of learners expressed appreciation and respect toward their teacher. One student felt indifferent about the teacher.

    All of the learners feel safe at school and respected by their teachers. 50% of the students look forward to school and learning new

    things, 30% sometimes enjoy school, and 20% do not enjoy school.Group Characteristics

    According to the results of the Learner Survey, students bring a variety of learning strengths to the classroom. 50% identified

    their first area of strength as visual learners, 30% identified their first area of strength as kinesthetic learners, and 20 % of students

    identified themselves as auditory learners. In addition to the Learner Survey, the teacher wrote down notes about the students. The

    following are some of the behaviors observed:

    Seven of the ten students have attention issues.

    Two students struggle to complete assignments in a timely manner All students prefer interactive activities, especially working on computers. Five of the students desks are cluttered with papers and unorganized.

    Part III: Task Analysis

    Subject Matter ExpertI am serving as my own SME for this instructional plan. In 2011, I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood

    Education from Georgia College and State University. I am currently pursuing a masters degree in Instructional Technology from

    Georgia Southern University. I have two years of teaching experience in a K-5 setting. My first year of teaching was in a third grade

    public school in Waynesboro, Georgia. This past school year, I taught fifth grade in a private, Catholic, school in Augusta, Georgia.

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    Task Analysis DescriptionA task analysis was conducted using both a topic analysis and procedural analysis to ensure that as many details as possible

    were in the design. To begin, I made a list of topics that need to be addressed in my unit. This information is based on results from

    learner surveys, student data, and parent-teacher conferences. The content structures identified in the topic analysis included facts(definitions and characteristics of learners and study environments) and concepts (learning styles, organization, and study

    environments).

    As I elaborated on the components of each concept, I realized that there are a few procedures involved with my topic. To

    ensure that I covered as many details as possible, I wrote step by step instructions for students to organize their space and time. I also

    had a colleague review the steps to make sure that obvious details were not omitted. After this was completed, I integrated the

    procedures with the topic outline.

    Significant attitudes discovered during the topic analysis include positive attitudes that that lead to successful learning in the

    classroom and beyond. The topic analysis included information on the benefits of learning and utilizing study skills and how they can

    help students of all ages achieve success. Below is an outline that includes a combination of the topic and procedural analysis.

    1. Study Skills1.1.Why is it important to study?

    1.1.1. Assist in remembering information that is useful1.1.2. Assist in doing well on homework, quizzes, tests, projects1.1.3. Lifelong benefits such as organization and time management skills

    2. Types of Learners Survey2.1.Auditory Learners

    2.1.1. Characteristics2.1.2. Study methods

    2.2.Visual Learners2.2.1. Characteristics

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    2.2.2. Study methods2.3.Kinesthetic

    2.3.1. Characteristics2.3.2. Study methods

    3. Organization3.1.Organizing your space

    3.1.1. Why is it important to have a clean space to work?3.1.1.1. Both in school and a future job, if you arent organized, you may not get credit for your hard work. 3.1.1.2. Keeping a clean and neat space will help you to keep track of your assignments and make good grades.

    3.1.2. What does a clean space look like?3.1.2.1. Two sharpened pencils with an eraser are in your cup.3.1.2.2. All other school supplies (markers, crayons, pencils) are put away in a pencil bag.3.1.2.3. All folders are neatly stacked on the left side of your desk.3.1.2.4. No loose papers.3.1.2.5. Books are neatly stacked biggest to smallest (pyramid) on the right.3.1.2.6. No trash inside your desk.3.1.2.7. Nothing on the floor.

    3.2.Organizing your time3.2.1. Tips for using your time wisely3.2.2. How do you rate your use of time?3.2.3. Make use of Assignment Pad

    3.2.3.1.

    Why use an assignment pad?3.2.3.1.1. Assignment pads help you remember what homework you need to do and what books you need to bring

    home.

    3.2.3.2. How to use your assignment notebook.3.2.3.2.1. Open your assignment pad.3.2.3.2.2. Place it on your desk or a flat surface to write.3.2.3.2.3. Make sure you are using the pages in order (1, 2, 3).3.2.3.2.4. When your teacher says it is time to write down your homework, grab pencil and be prepared to write.

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    3.2.3.3. How to write down your assignments correctly.3.2.3.3.1. Write down ALL pages of the homework and key words such as read, memorize, or answer questions.3.2.3.3.2. If you do not have homework in a class, write NONE, and a synopsis of what you did in class (ex:

    movie, activity)

    3.2.3.3.3. If you have a long term assignment (book report or project) write this in the space that says other.3.2.3.4. Check your assignments to make sure you have everything written down correctly.

    4. Goal Setting4.1.What does it mean to set goals?4.2.Short term goal setting

    5. Study Environment5.1.Describing your study environment

    5.1.1. Everything that is around you when you study.5.2.Aspects of a study environment

    5.2.1. Setting5.2.1.1. The place where you study.

    5.2.2. Light5.2.2.1. Light can affect your ability to concentrate5.2.2.2. Easier to read if the room is well lit.5.2.2.3. Dimly lit rooms might put you to sleep or cause eye strain.

    5.2.3. Sound5.2.3.1. Can affect concentration5.2.3.2.

    Find a quiet place to study5.2.3.3. Soft music can be appropriate

    5.2.3.4. Keep the television off5.2.4. Temperature

    5.2.4.1. Find a place to study that is not too hot or cold.6. Wrap up/Post Assessment

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    2C: Identify and describe characteristics and study methods of a kinesthetic learner

    Terminal 3 Objective: Students will identify appropriate organization strategies to maintain organization of space and

    materials.

    Enabling Objectives

    3A: Reorganizes desk using pyramid technique

    3B: Uses assignment pad, and seeks outside monitoring if necessary

    Terminal 4 Objective: Students will increase awareness of positive home study skills.

    Enabling Objectives

    4A: Identify and describe aspects of a study environment

    4B: Describe ways to organize a study area at home

    Terminal 5 Objective: Student will employ positive work habits.

    Enabling Objectives

    5A: Display a positive attitude toward learning

    5B: Identify and describe attitudes and behaviors that lead to successful learning in the classroom and beyond

    Terminal 6 Objective: Students will set obtainable short term goals of achievement.

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    Content

    Performance

    Recall Application

    Fact 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3, 4A,4B 1

    Concept

    Principals

    Procedure 3A, 3B, 6

    Interpersonal

    Attitude 4, 5B 5, 5A

    Terminal and Enabling Objectives American School Counselor Association NationalStandards for Students

    Terminal 1 Objective: Apply learning strategies to real

    life situations

    Enabling Objectives

    1A: Define the terms study and study skills

    1B: Name three ways that people study

    Standard B:Students will complete school with the

    academic preparation essential to choose from a wide

    range of substantial post-secondary options, including

    college.

    A:B1.6Use knowledge of learning styles to positively

    influence school performance

    A:B1.7Become a self-directed and independent learner

    A:B2.6Understand the relationship between classroomperformance and success in school

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    Terminal 2 Objective: Students will identify his/her

    preferred learning style.

    Enabling Objectives

    2A: Identify characteristics and study methods of an

    auditory learner

    2B: Identify characteristics and study methods of a visual

    learner

    2C: Identify characteristics and study methods of a

    kinesthetic learner

    Standard A:Students will acquire the attitudes,

    knowledge and skills that contribute to effective learning

    in school and across the life span.

    Standard B:Students will complete school with the

    academic preparation essential to choose from a widerange of substantial post-secondary options, including

    college.

    A:B1.6Use knowledge of learning styles to positively

    influence school performance

    A:B1.7Become a self-directed and independent learner

    Terminal 3 Objective: Students will identifyappropriate organization strategies to maintain

    organization of space and materials.

    Enabling Objectives

    3A: Reorganizes desk using pyramid technique

    3B: Uses assignment pad, and seeks outside monitoring if

    necessary

    Standard A:Students will acquire the attitudes,

    knowledge and skills that contribute to effective learning

    in school and across the life span.

    A:A1.5Identify attitudes and behaviors that lead to

    successful learning

    A:A3.1 Take responsibility for their actions

    Terminal 4 Objective: Students will increase awareness of

    positive home study skills.

    Enabling Objectives

    4A: Examine aspects of a study environment

    4B: Describe ways to organize a study area at home

    Standard B:Students will make decisions, set goals and

    take necessary action to achieve goals.

    PS:B1 Self-knowledge Application

    PS:B1.12Develop an action plan to set and achieve

    realistic goals

    STANDARD C: Students will understand the relationship

    of academics to the world of work and to life at home and

    in the community.

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    A:C1 Relate School to Life Experiences

    A:C1.1Demonstrate the ability to balance school, studies,

    extracurricular activities, leisure time and family life

    C:A2.9Utilize time- and task-management skills

    Terminal 5 Objective: Student will employ positive work

    habits.

    Enabling Objectives

    5A: Display a positive attitude toward learning

    5B: Identify and describe attitudes and behaviors that lead to

    successful learning in the classroom and beyond

    A:A1 Improve Academic Self-concept

    A:A1.1Articulate feelings of competence and confidence

    as learners

    A:A1.2 Display a positive interest in learning

    A:A1.3Take pride in work and achievement

    A:A1.5Identify

    attitudes and behaviors that lead to successful learning

    Terminal 6 Objective: Students will set obtainable short term

    goals.Standard B:Students will make decisions, set goals and

    take necessary action to achieve goals.

    PS:B1 Self-knowledge Application

    PS:B1.12Develop an action plan to set and achieve

    realistic goals

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    Part V: Development of Assessments

    Lesson 1:

    Why is it

    important to

    study?

    KWL Chart toanswer the

    question What

    do you know

    about study

    skills?

    PowerPoint

    presentation,

    Study Skill with

    audio.

    Define terms

    using word

    map.

    Lesson 2:

    Benefits of

    Study Skills

    PowerPointpresentation,

    Study Skills:

    Study Smarter

    with audio.

    Written

    summary or

    concept map to

    explain

    benefits of

    study skills.

    Lesson 3:

    Ways People

    Learn

    Tutorial

    introducing

    learning styles.

    Mnemonic

    device

    following

    presentation.

    Lesson 4: What

    type of learner

    am I?

    YouTube videofollowed by

    self-assessment

    to identify

    learning

    strengths.

    Lesson 5:

    Organizing

    Yourself

    Read story andwatch tutorial

    about keeping

    an organized

    desk. Draw

    picture or create

    video with

    organization

    tips.

    Lesson 6:

    Organizing

    your Time

    Self-assessmentsurvey followed

    choosing an

    appropriateplanner to keep

    track of

    assignments.

    Explain whattype of planner

    chosen and the

    importanceusing a planner

    in a video or

    discussion post.

    Lesson 7: Goals

    Tutorialexplaining goal

    setting with

    examples.

    Students will

    create and short

    term goals using

    handout.

    Lesson 8:

    Studying at

    Home

    Tutorial tounderstand

    aspects of a

    study

    environment.

    Drill and

    practice

    flashcards.

    Lesson 9:

    Study

    Environment

    Categorize

    items

    conducive to

    study

    environment

    using T-Chart.

    Help other

    students

    improve their

    own study

    environments

    given different

    scenarios.

    Lesson 10:

    Post Assessment/

    Wrap Up

    Complete PostAssessment

    Questionnaire.

    Complete and

    upload KWL Chart.

    Goals Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in eachacademic

    subject.

    To increase theamount of

    homework

    completed andsubmitted.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in eachacademic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in eachacademic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement in

    each academicsubject.

    To increase the

    amount ofhomework

    completed and

    submitted.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    To increase the

    amount of

    homework

    completed and

    submitted.

    Students will

    pass assignment

    pad checks.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify and

    describe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize studymethods.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement

    in each

    academic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify and

    describe their

    own learning

    strengths andutilize study

    methods.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their own

    learning strengths

    and utilize study

    methods.

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    Objec

    tivesTerminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    1A: Define theterm study and

    study skills

    Terminal 5

    Objective:

    Students will

    employ

    positive work

    habits.

    5A:Display apositive

    attitude toward

    learning

    5B: Identify

    and describe

    attitudes and

    behaviors that

    lead to

    successful

    learning in the

    classroom andbeyond.

    Objective

    5B:Identify

    and describe

    attitudes and

    behaviors that

    lead to

    successful

    learning in

    the classroom

    and beyond

    Terminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    Objective 1B:Name three

    ways that

    people study

    Terminal 2

    Objective:

    Students will

    identify his/her

    preferred

    learning style.

    2A: Identify anddescribe

    characteristicsand study

    methods of an

    auditory learner

    2B: Identify anddescribe

    characteristics

    and studymethods of a

    visual learner

    2C:Identify anddescribe

    characteristics

    and study

    methods of a

    kinesthetic

    learner

    Terminal 3

    Objective:

    Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques to

    utilize in aclassroom

    setting.3A:Reorganizes

    desk using

    pyramid

    technique

    Terminal 3

    Objective:

    Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques to

    utilize in aclassroom

    setting and

    beyond.

    3B:Uses

    assignment pad,

    and seeksoutside

    monitoring if

    necessary

    Objective 6:Set

    short term goals

    of achievement

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase

    awareness of

    positive home

    study skills.4A: Identify and

    describe aspectsof a study

    environment

    Terminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase

    awareness of

    positive home

    study skills.4B: Describe

    ways to

    organize astudy area at

    home

    1A: Define the term

    study and study

    skills

    Objective 1B:Name three ways

    that people study

    Terminal 2

    Objective:

    Students will

    identify his/her

    preferred learning

    style.2A: Identify and

    describe

    characteristics andstudy methods of an

    auditory learner

    2B: Identify anddescribe

    characteristics and

    study methods of a

    visual learner

    2C:Identify and

    describe

    characteristics and

    study methods of a

    kinesthetic learner

    Terminal 3

    Objective: Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques toutilize in a

    classroom setting

    and beyond.

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase awareness

    of positive home

    study skills.

    4A: Identify and

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    describe aspects of a

    study environment

    4B: Describe ways

    to organize a study

    area at home

    Terminal 5Objective:

    Students will

    employ positive

    work habits.

    5A:Display apositive attitude

    toward learning

    5B: Identify and

    describe attitudes

    and behaviors that

    lead to successful

    learning in the

    classroom andbeyond.

    Asses

    sment

    s

    Students will

    create a word

    map for theterms Study

    skills.

    Differentiation: Students can

    choose a

    template that I

    provide or

    make their own

    template using

    a blank

    document.

    Create a

    concept map or

    write asummary

    stating why

    having goodstudy skills is

    important.

    Differentiatio

    n:Concept Map-

    Create your

    own or use a

    template

    provided.

    Written

    Summary-

    Students canlist bullet

    points or write

    in paragraph

    Quiz

    Differentiati

    on: Audio

    version

    available;

    extended time

    available

    Quiz

    Differentiatio

    n: Audio

    version

    available;

    extended time

    available

    Performance

    Task with

    Rubric forgrading

    Create adrawing or

    video that

    explains how to

    keep a clean and

    organized space.

    Differentiation:

    Students have a

    choice of howthey will

    complete the

    assignment.

    Assignment Pad

    Check using a

    ChecklistAND Quiz

    Differentiation:Audio version

    and extended

    time

    Performance

    Task

    Students willcomplete short

    term goal sheets.

    Differentiation:Handout 1:

    Students will

    use a checklist

    with pre-

    determined

    goals.

    Handout 2:

    students willchoose three

    weekly goals.

    Quiz

    Differentiation:Audio version

    and extended

    time

    Performance

    Task- Students

    willexperiment

    with light,

    sound, setting,and

    temperature to

    locate and

    describe their

    perfect study

    environment.

    Differentiatio

    n:

    Studentsmanipulate/cho

    ose different

    studentenvironments

    to test which

    one is most

    Questionnaire and

    KWL Chart

    assessed usingrubric

    Differentiation:

    Audio version ofQuestionnaire

    available.

    Student choice to

    write or type KWL

    Chart.

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    form. appropriate.

    UDL Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple means

    of expression

    Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple meansof expression

    Multiple meansof expression

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple means

    of engagement

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple meansof engagement

    Multiple means ofrepresentation

    Multiple means of

    expression

    Part VI: Content Sequencing and Instructional Strategies

    Sequence Description Objective

    1 Students will employ positive work habits. 5

    2 Apply their preferred learning strategies in real life situations. 1

    3 Students will identify his/her preferred learning style. 2

    4 Students will identify appropriate organization strategies to maintainorganization of space and materials.

    3

    5 Students will set obtainable short term goals of achievement. 6

    6 Students will increase awareness of home study skills. 4

    This sequence builds on concepts in a concept-related order. The major concepts for this unit are learning styles, organization,

    and study environments. The learner will proceed through one unit at a time just as a teacher plans and delivers lessons. Each unit

    includes reading material, tutorials, class discussions, and hands-on activities to maintain learner interest.

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    Lesson 1: Why is it Important to Study?

    Terminal 1 Objective: Apply preferred learning strategies to real life situations.

    Enabling Objectives

    1A: Define the terms study and study skills

    Terminal 5 Objective: Student will employ positive work habits.

    Enabling Objectives

    5A: Display a positive attitude toward learning

    5B: Identify and describe attitudes and behaviors that lead to successful learning in the classroom and beyond.

    Motivational Strategy:Students will be instructed to complete a KWL Chart to answer the question What do you know about study

    skills? Incorporating options that activate prior knowledge will aide in comprehension (Rose and Gravel, 2010).

    Initial Presentation: Students will be directed to independently read the PowerPoint presentation, Study Skills: Study Smarter.An

    audio version of this will be available if students would like to listen to the slides. This strategy is listed as one of the UDL guidelines,

    providing multiple means of representation (Morra and Reynolds, 2010).

    Generative Strategy:Students will correctly define the termsstudy andstudy skillsby creating a Word Map (Greenwood, 2002). The

    Word Map technique is useful for helping students develop a general concept of "definition" (Schwartz and Raphael, 1985). Finally,

    add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the KWL chart.

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    Lesson 2: Benefits of Improving Study Skills

    Objective 5B:Identify and describe attitudes and behaviors that lead to successful learning in the classroom and beyond

    Initial Presentation: Have students independently read assigned slides on the PowerPoint presentation, Study Skills: Study Smarter.

    An audio version of this will be available if students would like to listen to the slides. This strategy is listed as one of the UDL

    guidelines, providing multiple means of representation (Morra and Reynolds, 2010).

    Generative Strategy: Students will provide examples of why acquiring good study skills is important. Students can choose to

    summarize what they learned in a paragraph or concept map. One of the best practices for teaching an online class is to provide

    opportunities for student choice. This practice encourages differentiation of learning (Kerr, 2011). Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L

    section of the KWL chart.

    Lesson 3: Ways People Learn

    Objective 1B: Name three ways that people study

    Initial Presentation: A tutorial will be used to present three ways that people learn (auditory, visual, and kinesthetic). Students will

    be given examples of each learning style and additional tips on how to make the most of their study time. Tutorials are used to present

    new material for initial learning (Morrison, Ross, Kalman and Kemp, 2013).

    Generative Strategy: The tutorial will suggest mnemonic and direct students to rehearse the mnemonic. Verbal mnemonics help the

    learner recall information (Morrison, Ross, Kalman and Kemp, 2013). Next, students will be given a scenario where they are to

    imagine how they would learn a new game. Given a list of phrases, students will mark how they would learn the game and identify if

    each strategy is auditory, visual, or kinesthetic. Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the KWL chart.

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    Lesson 5: Organizing Yourself

    Terminal 3 Objective: Develop effective organization techniques to utilize in a classroom setting.

    Enabling Objectives

    3A: Reorganizes desk using pyramid technique

    Motivational Strategy: Students will read a short story about a student who forgets assignments, loses papers, and neglected to

    study for a spelling test because she did not write it in her assignment pad. This strategy provides learners with detailed information

    about a real-life situation. Morrison, Ross, Kalman and Kemp refer to t his as a Case Study (p.213). The story will include an audio

    version. Providing audio is listed as one of the UDL guidelines, providing multiple means of representation (Rose and Gravel, 2010).

    Initial Presentation: A tutorial will be shown to define the pyramid technique and show students how to arrange their books and

    supplies. The tutorial will include a poster that integrates both the text and graphics to reduce cognitive overload (Morrison, Ross, and

    Kemp, 2013). Tutorials are used to present new material for initial learning (Morrison, Ross, Kalman and Kemp, 2013).

    Generative Strategy: Students will be given the option of drawing a picture to show what a clean, organized desk looks like or

    making their own tutorial on how to keep an organized desk. Both will be uploaded to a classroom website for other students to view.

    This strategy is based on the UDL principal of providing learners with choices to demonstrate what they have learned (Morra and

    Reynolds, 2010). Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the KWL chart.

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    Lesson 6: Organizing Your Time

    Terminal 3 Objective: Develop effective organization techniques to utilize in a classroom setting and beyond.

    Enabling Objectives

    3B: Uses assignment pad, and seeks outside monitoring if necessary

    Motivational Strategy: Students will take a short survey on how they rate their use of an assignment pad or calendar. This connects

    to the UDL strategy, providing students with multiple means of engagement (Morra and Reynolds, 2010). According to Morrison,

    Ross, Kalman and Kemp, Personal and social characteristics may be obtained by observation, interviews, and informational

    questionnaires, as well as attitudinal surveys completed by learners (p.56).

    Initial Presentation: Students will be given three options to learn how to keep track of their short term and long term assignments.

    They will need to choose two off of the list. Option 1 is a tutorial on how to keep and actually assignment pad. Option two is general

    tips and suggestions, and Option 3 is for students who use an online calendar, such as Google Calendar, to keep up with assignments.

    Option 4 is available for students who have access to smartphone or device. With parental assistance, students are to choose an app

    that they plan to use to keep track of assignments, tests, and projects. This strategy is based on the UDL principal, multiple means of

    engagement (Morra and Reynolds, 2010).

    Option 1) Watch the following YouTube video on how to keep an assignment pad, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbDniQ2zP5E

    Option 2) Read a document with helpful tips and suggestions on ways to keep your desk organized.

    Option 3) Read the following document with a parent on how to set up a Google Calendar.

    http://learningworksforkids.com/apps/google-calendar/

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    Option 4) Visit the following website only if you have access to a smartphone or device. Review the following articles with an adult.

    Choose ONE app that you will be using to keep track of assignments.

    http://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-

    assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQ

    Generative Strategy: Students will be given a choice on how they will demonstrate their understanding. They will create and upload

    a video that explains which planning method they chose, why they chose it, and how it will help them be successful. If students do not

    wish to create a video, they can write a brief description of which planning option they chose, why they chose it, and how it will help

    them be successful. This strategy is based on the UDL principal of providing learners with choices to demonstrate what they have

    learned (Morra and Reynolds, 2010). Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the KWL chart.

    Lesson 7: Goal!

    Objective 6:Set short term goals of achievement

    Motivational Strategy: Explain the term goal setting using a website. Have students list a goal that they have ever heard of, or have

    known of anyone to have (examples: buy a car, make an A). The goals can be examples they know of, their parents, a friend, TV,

    etc. Students are integrating new information with prior knowledge (Morrison, Ross, Kalman, Kemp, 2013).

    Initial Presentation: Students will listen to the teacher read aloud a story that relates to goal setting and discuss the need for setting

    goals. The teacher will provide students with a personal example. This is an example of multimedia instruction. Pictures, words, and

    narration are included in the initial presentation. This connects to the UDL principal, multiple means of representation (Kerr, 2011).

    http://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQhttp://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQhttp://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQhttp://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQhttp://www.nbcnews.com/id/44077249/ns/technology_and_science-back_to_school/t/apps-keep-track-homework-assignments/#.Ueqe_Kyh0zQ
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    Generative Strategy: Students will complete a handout titled Goals for this Week. They will decide on three for the week, such as

    getting and A on a test, reading 10 pages a day in a book, and so on. At the end of each day, students will need to fill out their

    checklist and continue to do so until the end of the week. According to Bandura and Schunk (1981), When elementary students are

    taught to carve up large, distant goals into smaller subgoals, several useful outcomes follow: They make faster progress in learning

    skills or content, they learn an important self-regulation skill, and they improve their self-efficacy and interest in the task (p.586).

    Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the KWL chart.

    Lesson 8: Studying at Home

    Terminal 4 Objective: Students will increase awareness of positive home study skills.

    Objective 4A:Examine aspects of a study environment

    Initial Strategy: Students will watch a tutorial to understand what a study environment is and the components it includes (setting,

    light, sound, temperature). This connects to the UDL strategy, providing multiple means of representation. Tutorials are used to

    present new material for initial learning (Morrison, Ross, Kalman, Kemp 2013).

    Generative Strategy: Students will be directed to use electronic flashcards to help students memorize the different aspects of a study

    environment. This drill-and-practice strategy is one of the earliest forms of Computer Based Instruction (Morrison, Ross, Kalman,

    Kemp, 2013).This is connects to the UDL strategy, providing students will multiple means of expression. Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the

    L section of the KWL chart.

    Lesson 9: What Makes a Good Study Environment?

    Terminal 4 Objective: Students will increase awareness of positive home study skills.

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    Objective 4B: Describe ways to organize a study area at home

    Initial Presentation: Students will be given pictures of items that would and would not be conducive to a positive home study

    environment. They will categorize the pictures into two categories. Using a mouse to drag and drop objects is a type of computer

    based interaction (Morrison, Ross, Kalman, Kemp 2013). Students will also have the option of drawing the T-Chart with their own

    drawing. This connects to the UDL principals, multiple means of engagement and expression (Kerr, 2011).

    Generative Strategy: Students will be given different scenarios of three different students study environment. They will help the

    students improve their study environment based on what they have learned in lessons 8 and 9. The suggestions can be written or

    recorded in a video. This connects to the UDL principal, multiple means of expression. This strategy allows the students to apply their

    knowledge based on a given scenario (Morrison, Ross, Kalman, and Kemp 2013). Finally, add 1-2 ideas to the L section of the

    KWL chart. Upload KWL Chart to classroom blog.

    Lesson 10: Post Assessment/Course Wrap Up

    Initial Presentation: Students will be directed to take a Study Skills Post Assessment Questionnaire. This survey will compare

    attitudes and knowledge regarding study skills, organization, and school from the beginning of the course to the end. According to

    Morrison, Ross, Kalman and Kemp (2013), Personal and social characteristics may be obtained by observation, interviews, and

    informational questionnaires, as well as attitudinal surveys (p. 307).An audio version of the Questionnaire will be available for

    students. This connects to the UDL strategy, providing multiple means of representation (Kerr, 2011).

    Generative Strategy: Students will complete the Post Assessment Questionnaire. Following the Questionnaire, students will be

    directed to review their KWL Chart to the expectations stated on the rubric provided. Providing students with a rubric will give them

    guidelines on how to complete an assignment (Kerr, 2011). Once this is completed, students will be given instruction to upload their

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    chart to the classroom website. The KWL Chart can be handwritten or typed. This allows students a choice to demonstrate their

    understanding (Kerr, 2011).

    References

    Bandura, A., & Schunk, D. H. (1981). Cultivating competence, self-efficacy, and intrinsicinterest through proximal self-motivation.Journal of Personality and Social

    Psychology, 41, 586-598.

    Greenwood, S. C. (2002). Making words matter: vocabulary in the content areas. Clearing House, 75(5), 258-63. doi: Galileo

    Kerr, S. (2011). Tips, tools, and techniques for teaching in the online classroom. TechTrends, 55(1), 28-30.

    Morra, T., & Reynolds, J. (2010). Universal design for learning: application for technology- enhanced learning. The Journal of the

    Virginia Community Colleges, 43-59.

    Morrison, G., Ross, S., Kalman, H., & Kemp, J. (2013).Designing effective instruction. New Baskerville: Laserwords Inc.

    Rose, D., & Gravel, J. (2010). Technology and learning: meeting special students needs.National Center on Universal Design for

    Learning, 2-11.

    Part VII: Design of Instruction

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    Lesson 1:

    Why is it

    important to

    study?

    KWL Chart to

    answer the

    question Whatdo you know

    about studyskills?

    PowerPoint

    presentation,

    Study Skill withaudio.

    Define terms

    using wordmap.

    Lesson 2:

    Benefits of

    Study Skills

    PowerPoint

    presentation,

    Study Skills:Study Smarter

    with audio.Written

    summary or

    concept map to

    explainbenefits of

    study skills.

    Lesson 3:

    Ways People

    Learn

    Tutorial

    introducinglearning styles.

    Mnemonicdevice

    following

    presentation.

    Lesson 4: What

    type of learner

    am I?

    YouTube video

    followed by

    self-assessmentto identify

    learningstrengths.

    Lesson 5:

    Organizing

    Yourself

    Read story and

    watch tutorial

    about keepingan organized

    desk. Write orcreate video

    with

    organization

    tips.

    Lesson 6:

    Organizing

    your Time

    Self-assessment

    survey followed

    choosing anappropriate

    planner to keeptrack of

    assignments.

    Explain what

    type of planner

    chosen and the

    importance

    using a planner

    in a PowerPoint,

    video, or

    discussion post.

    Lesson 7: Goals

    Tutorial

    explaining goal

    setting withexamples.

    Students willcreate and short

    term goals using

    handout.

    Lesson 8:

    Studying at

    Home

    Tutorial to

    understand

    aspects of astudy

    environment.Drill and

    practice

    flashcards.

    Lesson 9:

    Study

    Environment

    Categorize

    itemsconducive to

    studyenvironment

    using T-Chart.

    Help other

    studentsimprove their

    own study

    environmentsgiven different

    scenarios.

    Lesson 10:

    Post Assessment/

    Wrap Up

    Complete Post

    Assessment

    Questionnaire.Complete and

    upload KWL Chart.

    Goals Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize studymethods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in each

    academic

    subject.

    To increase the

    amount of

    homework

    completed andsubmitted.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize studymethods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in each

    academic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize studymethods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement

    in each

    academic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize studymethods.

    Students

    averages will

    show

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    Students will

    pass deskorganization

    checks.

    To increase theamount of

    homework

    completed and

    submitted.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    To increase the

    amount of

    homework

    completed and

    submitted.

    Students will

    pass assignmentpad checks.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement in

    each academic

    subject.

    Students will

    identify and

    describe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students

    averages willshow

    improvement

    in each

    academicsubject.

    Students will

    identify and

    describe their

    own learning

    strengths and

    utilize study

    methods.

    Students will

    identify anddescribe their own

    learning strengths

    and utilize study

    methods.

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    Objec

    tivesTerminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    1A: Define theterm study and

    study skills

    Terminal 5

    Objective:

    Students will

    employ

    positive work

    habits.

    5A:Display apositive

    attitude towardlearning

    5B: Identify

    and describe

    attitudes and

    behaviors that

    lead to

    successful

    learning in the

    classroom andbeyond.

    Objective

    5B:Identify

    and describe

    attitudes and

    behaviors that

    lead to

    successful

    learning in

    the classroom

    and beyond

    Terminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    Objective 1B:Name three

    ways that

    people study

    Terminal 2

    Objective:

    Students will

    identify his/her

    preferred

    learning style.

    2A: Identify anddescribe

    characteristicsand study

    methods of an

    auditory learner

    2B: Identify anddescribe

    characteristics

    and studymethods of a

    visual learner

    2C:Identify anddescribe

    characteristicsand study

    methods of a

    kinesthetic

    learner

    Terminal 3

    Objective:

    Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques to

    utilize in aclassroom

    setting.3A:Reorganizes

    desk using

    pyramid

    technique

    Terminal 3

    Objective:

    Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques to

    utilize in aclassroom

    setting and

    beyond.

    3B:Uses

    assignment pad,

    and seeksoutside

    monitoring if

    necessary

    Objective 6:Set

    short term goals

    of achievement

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase

    awareness of

    positive home

    study skills.4A: Identify and

    describe aspectsof a study

    environment

    Terminal 1

    Objective:

    Apply

    preferred

    learning

    strategies to

    real lifesituations.

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase

    awareness of

    positive home

    study skills.4B: Describe

    ways to

    organize astudy area at

    home

    1A: Define the term

    study and study

    skills

    Objective 1B:Name three ways

    that people study

    Terminal 2

    Objective:

    Students will

    identify his/her

    preferred learning

    style.2A: Identify and

    describe

    characteristics andstudy methods of an

    auditory learner

    2B: Identify anddescribe

    characteristics andstudy methods of a

    visual learner

    2C:Identify and

    describe

    characteristics and

    study methods of a

    kinesthetic learner

    Terminal 3

    Objective: Develop

    effective

    organization

    techniques toutilize in a

    classroom setting

    and beyond.

    Terminal 4

    Objective:

    Students will

    increase awareness

    of positive home

    study skills.

    4A: Identify and

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    form. appropriate.

    UDL Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple means

    of expression

    Multiple meansof

    representation

    Multiple meansof expression

    Multiple meansof expression

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple means

    of engagement

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple meansof representation

    Multiple meansof engagement

    Multiple means ofrepresentation

    Multiple means of

    expression

    Part VIII: Formative Evaluation Plan

    Two surveys have been created to evaluate the effectiveness of the course. One is for students and the other is for a peer-

    reviewer. A colleague will serve as my peer-reviewer. The colleague I have chosen has been teaching for two years in a private school

    setting. My colleague has a Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education. She has worked with 4 thand 5thgrade students. She will

    be asked to complete a questionnaire/survey which consists of open-ended questions.

    The results from the Student Survey multiple choice questions will be entered into a spreadsheet. The spreadsheet will indicate

    the percentage of students that chose a, b, or c for each question on the survey. The responses to the open-ended questions will be

    analyzed on a spreadsheet as well. The SME Survey consists of open-ended questions. The results will be analyzed on a spreadsheet

    after being exported from SurveyMonkey. Once the information has been collected and analyzed, modifications will be made toincrease course effectiveness and the student success rate.

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    Student Evaluation

    1. The class website easy to access.

    a) Strongly Agreeb) Agreec) Disagreed) Strongly Disagree

    2. The classroom discussion board was easy to access and write on.

    a) Strongly Agreeb) Agreec) Disagreed) Strongly Disagree

    3. The directions on how to upload assignments to the classroom website were easy to follow.

    a) Strongly Agreeb) Agreec) Disagreed) Strongly Disagree

    4. This class was organized. I liked the order of the lessons/assignments.

    a) Strongly Agreeb) Agreec) Disagreed) Strongly Disagree

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    5. It was easy to find the materials and instructions for my assignments.

    a) Strongly Agreeb) Agreec) Disagreed) Strongly Disagree

    6. When given an assignment, the directions were easy to understand.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

    7. The tutorials for this class were easy to understand.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

    8. The tutorials for this class were interesting.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

    9. The PowerPoints for this class were easy to read and understand.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

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    10. I liked having the choice to listen to the Powerpoints or just read them myself.

    a) Yesb) No

    11. The sound on the PowerPoints were clear and easy to understand.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

    12. When I did not understand something, it was easy to look for an answer in the materials on the class website.

    a) Alwaysb) Sometimesc) Never

    13. What did you like about this class? What helped you the most?

    ___________________________________________________________

    14. What do you think would make this class better?

    ____________________________________________________________

    Questionnaire Survey for SME1. Was the course organized and easy to navigate? If not, what could be done differently?

    2. Were the directions clear and easy to understand? If not, specify which part of the lesson(s).

    3. Do you think the content was appropriate for grades 5/6?

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    4. Were there a variety of appropriate assessments used?

    5. Some of the lessons offered the learners a choice in how they could demonstrate their understanding. Do you think the options were

    appropriate? Was there enough variety?

    6. What did you like about course?

    7. How could this course be improved?