Let's Stop Teaching and Start Designing Learning: A Practical Guide

To shift from a focus on content to the creation of active learning experiences, author Jason Kennedy provides a blueprint for teachers to improve students' critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and collaboration with others. The framework for learning design covers planning, instruction, and the work session, and offers a variety of tools to help teachers implement the ideas in their own setting.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

In this comprehensive guide, author Jason Kennedy offers a transformative approach to shift from a traditional focus on content to the creation of engaging and interactive learning experiences. By embracing the principles of learning design, educators can empower students to develop critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and collaboration skills, equipping them with the tools they need for success beyond the classroom.

The framework for learning design encompasses three key components: planning, instruction, and the work session. In the planning phase, educators establish learning targets and develop a clear understanding of the desired outcomes for their students. This involves identifying the essential skills and knowledge that students need to acquire and designing instructional activities that facilitate their learning.

The instruction phase encompasses the opening, learning task, skills, tools, and success criteria. Educators create engaging and meaningful learning experiences that engage students and promote active participation. This includes using a variety of instructional strategies, such as questioning, problem-solving, and collaborative learning, to encourage students to think critically and apply their knowledge.

The work session phase provides opportunities for students to practice and apply their skills. Educators offer choices, pathways, feedback, and assessment to facilitate student learning and guide their progress. This involves providing timely feedback, scaffolding learning activities, and using a variety of assessment methods to measure student achievement.

The book is designed for teachers across all subject areas, providing a wealth of practical tools and resources to help educators implement the ideas in their own setting. These include case studies, examples, and templates that can be adapted to different classroom contexts and student populations.

By embracing the principles of learning design, educators can create engaging and effective learning experiences that inspire students to become lifelong learners. By focusing on the creation of active learning experiences, educators can prepare students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century and help them achieve their full potential.

Weight: 503g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032431536