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The teacher understands how pupils differ in their approaches to learning and the barriers that impede learning and can adapt instruction to meet the diverse needs of pupils, including those with disabilities and exceptionalities.
 * Standard 3: Teachers understand that children learn differently**.


 * Evidence: [[file:Module7Blueprint.doc]]**


 * Rationale:** This is a hybrid course that I created in EDT 672 for my Advanced Algebra class. This will be a hybrid course where 30-50% of the course will be online and the rest will be the face-to-face classroom component. Students will log on 1-3 times a week to complete an assignment related to what we discuss in class. They may have to research a topic and report back to the rest of the class through a discussion board or they may just have to log in and take a short assessment or answer a short answer response question. Students will also be required to keep a journal of certain topics that they are struggling and need more help with or that they really understand and what to learn more about. Students can keep this journal in any form that they are most comfortable with (notebook, computer, etc.). They will be required to sumbit these journals weekly. Students will also have to complete a discussion question weekly and reply to two of their peer's respones.

I have not had a chance to actually implement this course but I plan on having a online component for the class next year. Student outcomes are that students will discuss Advanced Algebra topics with their peers using an online discussion forum, organize their thoughts and ideas in a journal, and reflect on their learning by taking part in online discussion, short answer response questions, and quizzes. This lesson is important to my development as a teacher because managing an online class is new to me so I would gain more experience with using technology and teaching and learning in the online environment. I think that being able to use the online platform to teach and learn is a critical skill to have in the 21st century for my students. Giving them exposure to these different ways of learning is important for their success in the future.


 * KSD:

3.K.1 The teacher understands and can identify differences in approaches to learning and performance, including different learning styles, multiple intelligences, and performance modes, and can design instruction that helps use students' strengths as the basis for growth.** Incorporating an online component into this course exposes students to a differenct approach to learning. The online environment often allows for more flexibility but also can require more responsibility on the students to stay on top of assignments and discussions. It allows students to work at their own pace.

Students will answer dicussion questions weekly and will also have to comment on two of their peer's responses. I will talk about respecting others answers and/or opinions and the appropriate ways to add to their peer's responses, for example, giving positive feedback and or constructive criticism.
 * 3.S.8 The teacher creates a learning community in which individual differences are respected.**

Students will take part in discussions and will be expected to value each other's responses and opinions. I will give the students feedback and will help students learn how to succeed in an online environment so that they can build confidence in themeselves and their work.
 * 3.D.5 The teacher makes students feel valued for their potential as people, and helps them learn to value each other.**