The term “learning styles” speaks to the understanding that every person is not the same and learns differently. An individual’s learning style refers to the preferential way in which they absorb, process, comprehend and retain information.
Step 1:
Watch the following video to learn about the 7 Learning Styles derived from Howard Gardner's idea of multiple intelligence.
Open the document to the right and File Make a copy of it. Name the assignment:
CA Assignment 1
Create a folder in your Google Drive: Cornerstone A
Complete the assignment using the video below and by taking the assessment in step 2.
Submit to Slate when finished.
1 Learning Styles
How do I use graphic organizers?
Assignment 2:
Graphic organizers are an educational tool that can be used in any subject area. They help students to organize their thoughts and ideas for answering questions, function as a pre-writing tool for essays, and provide a visual display of information.
Step 1:
Watch the video to learn how to use various types of graphic organizers to simplify information and stimulate thinking skills.
Step 2:
Open the document to the right and File Make a copy of it.
Name the file:
CA Assignment 2
Be sure to save the file to the CA folder in your drive.
Submit to Slate when finished.
2 Learning Strategies
What strategies will help me with reading?
Assignment 3:
Literacy strategies are effective, research-based classroom tools that help build and strengthen reading skills in print awareness, phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing.
Step 1:
Read through the "My Literacy Strategies" slides to learn how to use the 7 steps for understanding different literature pieces.
Step 2:
Open the document to the right and File Make a copy of it.
Name the file: CA Assignment 3
Be sure to save the file to the class folder in your drive.
Choose a reading passage and complete the 7 steps in the table.