Title of the Artifact: Money Activity
Danielson’s Framework:
Instruction
3c. Engaging students in learning
Engaging students in learning through activities and assignments, student groups, instructional materials and resources, and structure and pacing.
Intasc Standard: #5 Application of Content.
The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage learners in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.
Description of the Artifact:
This activity has students adding and subtracting money based on a real-life scenario. The students will read a story, then identify, add, and subtract varying amounts of money based on questions. The students also have video links they can click on within the assignment in case they get stuck.
Rationale:
Since this activity was based on an inquiry learning lesson, students are engaged throughout the activity. They need to know how to add and subtract money, and if they are confused, they can watch a video to find the methods for solving the questions. It is vital to have resources for your students to use within an activity, as it keeps them engaged throughout. Inquiry based learning is one of the best ways to allow for engagement because students constantly need to pay attention.