Setting Objectives
Research and Theory:
Instructional goals narrow what students focus on.
Teachers should set objectives that are not too specific.
Students should be encouraged to personalize teacher's objectives.
Teachers should negotiate contractal goals with students.
Objectives should be communicated in numerous ways.
Common ways to set objectives:
Unit Organizers
- a tool that many teachers use regularly.
Learning Contacts
- also, a tool that many teachers use.
Calendars
- a simple tool to enhance the communication of goals.
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