* Create a rigorous, relevant, and authentic curriculum;* Use organizing centers and make meaningful connections to lend true coherence to subject matter;* Ask students questions that will help them retain new material and apply their knowledge in settings outside school;* Teach students how to develop high-order skills such as an ability to affirm values, articulate beliefs, and use multiple resources in varied contexts;* Use assessment as a system to directly engage students in revising tests and evaluating themselves;* Incorporate evaluation tools like portfolios, checklists, and rubrics to foster and assess high-quality student work that exceeds expectations; and* Encourage students to self-monitor progress, self-regulate behavior, appreciate unique learning preferences, and, ultimately, become informed and active 21st century citizens. .eText ISBN: 9781416609100
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