Exploring Teaching and Learning
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Objective
I can reflect on teaching and learning. I can set goals for professional growth.
Part 1 of 4
Warm-up video
Trevor Ragan · 6:43
We don't generate video — this one is by Trevor Ragan on YouTube. The practice questions and exit ticket below were drafted by AI for this objective, and every question is editable in the teacher guide.
Part 2 of 4
Key concepts
3 concepts
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In an experiment, the group that spent time reflecting on math puzzles performed better than the group that spent time practicing more puzzles.
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A study showed that employees who spent 15 minutes reflecting each day had nearly a 20% boost in performance on their final exam and higher customer satisfaction scores.
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Reflection is valuable after both good and bad outcomes, helping individuals learn and improve regardless of the immediate result.
Part 3 of 4
Practice
3 questions
According to the video, what is one key difference between how novices and experts should approach reflection?
The video discusses an experiment where one group spent time reflecting and another group continued practicing. Which group performed better and what does this suggest about the value of reflection?
Part 4 of 4
Exit ticket
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“Describe a specific teaching activity you recently conducted. Then, identify one thing that went well and one thing you could improve upon for next time.”
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