WGU D658
Behaviorism
lecture, drill and practice, rote learning, multiple choice tests. Learning is passive, occurs via
external processes, positive reinforcement.
Cognitivism
lecture, visual tools, facilitation to memorize, multiple choice and essay assessments. learning
extends beyond the external, it is an internal process involving short and long term memory.
connectivism
self-directed quest for content, sharing of content and sources, spontaneous learning groups,
collaborative knowledge creation. learning is self-directed, networked via nodes (content
sources, people, groups)
humanism
student-centered learning, discussions, self-reflection activities, holistic growth assignments.
emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization, considers emotional and psychological
well-being as integral to learning, values student choice and autonomy
Constructivism
discovery, collaborative group work, scaffolding, self-guided learning based on personal
experience, peer grading/review. learners build on personal experience; learning is active and
social in process.
Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
a comprehensive framework used in education to provide targeted interventions and support to
students based on their individual needs.
Tier 1 interventions
high quality classroom instruction that ensures the curriculum reaches 100% of students in the
classroom.
, backward design
a strategic approach to curriculum planning that starts with identifying clear goals or learning
outcomes of a course or lesson before planning the instructional strategies and assessments.
formative assessment
used during the learning process to gauge student understanding and guide further learning
summative assessment
a tool for evaluating student learning at specific points, such as at the end of a unit, semester, or
academic year; often in the form of a test or quiz
pre-assessment
initial stage involves methods like screening tests, diagnostic assessments, and pre-tests, which
help educators understand students' baseline knowledge before instruction begins
performance based learning
an approach to teaching and learning that emphasizes students being able to do or perform,
specific skills as a result of instruction
performance based assessment
an individual task, such as research paper, presentation, or report, completed by a candidate
and evaluated based on a rubric; a formal testing process that demonstrates competency for a
course.
scales
offer a broader overview usually encapsulating overall performance levels.
rubric
a detailed guide that helps teachers assess the quality of students' work based on defined
criteria, covering various levels of achievement from basic to advanced.
transparency and clarity
elements that ensure the criteria used to assess students are clear and understandable, making
the assessment process fair and transparent
Behaviorism
lecture, drill and practice, rote learning, multiple choice tests. Learning is passive, occurs via
external processes, positive reinforcement.
Cognitivism
lecture, visual tools, facilitation to memorize, multiple choice and essay assessments. learning
extends beyond the external, it is an internal process involving short and long term memory.
connectivism
self-directed quest for content, sharing of content and sources, spontaneous learning groups,
collaborative knowledge creation. learning is self-directed, networked via nodes (content
sources, people, groups)
humanism
student-centered learning, discussions, self-reflection activities, holistic growth assignments.
emphasizes personal growth and self-actualization, considers emotional and psychological
well-being as integral to learning, values student choice and autonomy
Constructivism
discovery, collaborative group work, scaffolding, self-guided learning based on personal
experience, peer grading/review. learners build on personal experience; learning is active and
social in process.
Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
a comprehensive framework used in education to provide targeted interventions and support to
students based on their individual needs.
Tier 1 interventions
high quality classroom instruction that ensures the curriculum reaches 100% of students in the
classroom.
, backward design
a strategic approach to curriculum planning that starts with identifying clear goals or learning
outcomes of a course or lesson before planning the instructional strategies and assessments.
formative assessment
used during the learning process to gauge student understanding and guide further learning
summative assessment
a tool for evaluating student learning at specific points, such as at the end of a unit, semester, or
academic year; often in the form of a test or quiz
pre-assessment
initial stage involves methods like screening tests, diagnostic assessments, and pre-tests, which
help educators understand students' baseline knowledge before instruction begins
performance based learning
an approach to teaching and learning that emphasizes students being able to do or perform,
specific skills as a result of instruction
performance based assessment
an individual task, such as research paper, presentation, or report, completed by a candidate
and evaluated based on a rubric; a formal testing process that demonstrates competency for a
course.
scales
offer a broader overview usually encapsulating overall performance levels.
rubric
a detailed guide that helps teachers assess the quality of students' work based on defined
criteria, covering various levels of achievement from basic to advanced.
transparency and clarity
elements that ensure the criteria used to assess students are clear and understandable, making
the assessment process fair and transparent
