SEC 520: Instructional Design, Technology, and Leadership

All Assignments

9 Assignments 4 VoiceThreads 4 Reflections

Assignments


Case Analysis with Competing Models
Module 1100 pts

Three classroom scenarios. For each, analyze through two competing Chapter 11 management models, argue your approach, and identify what could go wrong.

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Design Audit: Floor Plan Critique
Module 1100 pts

Identify five design problems in a given classroom floor plan, cite the relevant Chapter 11 section for each, propose fixes, and redesign the room.

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Classroom Design/Management
Module 1100 pts

Two parts: a teaching philosophy grounded in Chapter 2 theory (50 pts) and a management plan connected to a Chapter 11 model (50 pts).

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Standards and Objectives
Module 2100 pts

Five-part written assignment: select an NC standard, dissect it using Bloom's taxonomy, design a classroom activity, write performance objectives, and create an assessment item.

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Canva Anchor Chart
Module 250 pts

Create a visual anchor chart for a key concept from Chapters 4, 9, or 10, designed for classroom use. Accompany it with a narrative explaining your choices.

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Lesson Plan with Planning Decisions
Module 3100 pts

Write a complete lesson plan and annotate each section with the planning decisions behind it, connecting your choices to Chapter 5 and 6 concepts.

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Model Match Analysis
Module 375 pts

Analyze lesson excerpts and identify which instructional model each one uses, with evidence from the text.

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Summative Assessment
Module 4100 pts

Design a summative assessment for your content area, including a reflection on assessment selection and its impact on teaching.

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Questioning Strategy Blueprint
Module 475 pts

Build a questioning strategy plan for a lesson, covering question types, sequencing, wait time, and techniques for reaching all students.

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800
Total Assignment Points

VoiceThread Discussions


VoiceThread Discussion #1
Module 150 pts

Record a video or audio response (2 to 3 minutes) to the module prompt. Reply to at least two peers with substantive comments.

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VoiceThread Discussion #2
Module 250 pts

Record a response connecting Module 2 concepts to your teaching context. Reply to at least two peers.

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VoiceThread Discussion #3
Module 350 pts

Record a response to the Module 3 prompt. Reply to at least two peers.

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VoiceThread Discussion #4
Module 450 pts

Record a response to the Module 4 prompt. Reply to at least two peers.

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200
Total VoiceThread Points

Reflections


Module 1 Exit Ticket
Module 125 pts

Name one belief about teaching that changed, sharpened, or was confirmed by the readings. Identify the specific concept from Chapter 1, 2, or 11 that caused the shift.

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Module 2 Exit Ticket
Module 225 pts

Reflect on what changed in your understanding of planning, objectives, or instructional methods after working through the module.

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Module 3 Exit Ticket
Module 325 pts

Reflect on how your understanding of lesson planning and sequencing developed through the module readings and activities.

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Reflective Practitioner
Module 450 pts

Reflect on your growth across the course: successes, areas for improvement, and what you would share with your instructor about your development as a teacher.

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125
Total Reflection Points
Reflective Practitioner (50) + Exit Tickets 1–3 (75)
1,125
Total Course Points
Assignments (800) + VoiceThreads (200) + Reflective Practitioner (50) + Exit Tickets (75)