ELM350 GCU DOK Level American History Reflection Help

Every day teachers are challenged with how to engage their students in meaningful conversations that prompt critical thinking. The purpose of this assignment is to address the varying levels of knowledge and skill building that occur during these vital conversations. In this assignment you will design questions that encourage critical thinking at all DOK levels.

Review the “American History Questions Chart” to inform this assignment.

Part 1: Questions Chart

Select an elementary grade level and three American history standards of your choice. Complete the “American History Questions Chart,” creating four different questions for each identified standard.

ELM-350-T3 Question Chart.dotx

Part 2: Reflection

In a 250-500 word reflection, provide a rationale for the questions you have developed and explain why it is important to pre-plan your lesson questions. Be sure to explain how teachers can use questions in different ways for varied purposes within lessons. Write your reflection beneath your completed “American History Questions Chart”.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

Part 3

Observe a minimum of two social studies lessons being taught in a 1-8 setting.

After observing the lessons, create four supplemental questions that are reflective of the content taught, identifying which DOK level each question is aligned to. Then, share your questions with your mentor teacher seeking his or her feedback.

Write a 250- word reflection that summarizes your observations and discussion with your mentor teacher. Be sure to address whether or not you would change your designed questions, based on the feedback you have received and update your questions as appropriate. Explain how you will use your findings in your future professional practice.

Submit both the questions and reflection as one deliverable.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.