Stage+3+A

requirements, and evaluative criteria)
 * W** = Know w//here// they are headed, the reason they are learning the content, and what is required of them (unit goal, performance

Example: Introduce the essential questions and discuss the culminating task(s).


 * H** = Be //hooked// - engage the students through inquiry, research, problem-solving, and experimentation.

Example: Begin with an entry question.


 * E** = Provide activities to //explore// and //experience// the big ideas.

Example: Practice categorizing pictures, words, ideas...


 * R** = Timely feed back will allow the students opportunities to //rethink, rehearse, revise// and //refine.//

Example: Provide opportunities for discussion.


 * E** = Provide time for self //evaluation// and reflection

Example: Group discussions, analysis, journaling, personal action plan...


 * T** = Student interests and styles direct //(tailor)// their learning.

Example: Choice of products (visual, written, oral...)


 * O** = Provide proper scaffolding to achieve the desired results //(organized)//

Example: Model, practice, feedback, and adjustment

McTighe, Jay. (2004). //Understanding by design: Professional development workbook//. Alexandria: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. Stage 3 B