Learning Process CH4

Reading CH3

Writing CH10

Assessment CH12

Information Processing CH8

Personal development CH7

Problem Solving CH5

Communication CH11

 

Writing Methodology (Ch11)

1. Prepare for writing. Read, write, research, brainstorm, and participate in classroom activities to form ideas for a writing topic.
2. Identify topic, purpose, and audience. Decide what you will write about, why you are writing and who your writing addresses.
3. Perform exploratory writing. Write to expand and develop your ideas without worrying about grammar, style or organization.
4. Compose a thesis statement. Narrow your topic and write a statement that summarizes the ideas you want to discuss.
5. Devise a plan. Organize your ideas by outlining.
6. Create a draft. Craft sentences and paragraphs to develop your exploratory writing so it fits your plan.
7. Assess the draft. Read your first draft and decide where it is strong and where it needs improvement.
8. Revise. Reorganize paragraphs, clarify ideas, rephrase sentences.
9. Proofread. Check spelling, grammar, and typos. Have someone else proofread, time permitting.
10. Produce a final copy. Produce the final copy.

Problem-Solving (Ch5)

1. Define the problem Identify and clearly state the problem.
2. Identify key issues. Determine important issues associated with the problem.
3. Collect data and information. Collect and assess available information relevant to the problem; determine what information is missing.
4. Identify assumptions. Clarify what assumptions are being made concerning the problem.
5. Break the problem apart. Separate the problem into smaller sub-problems.
6. Model sub-problems. Generate solutions for each sub-problem.
7. Integrate solutions. Integrate the solutions from sub-problems into the main problem.
8. Test and validate. Validate the solution; assess the quality of the solution.
9. Generalize the solution. Determine how to generalize the problem solution for use in other situations.
10. Communicate the solution. Present the solution in oral and/or written form along with documentation of the process.

 

Assessment Methodology (Ch13)

1. Develop guidelines for the assessor to follow when assesssing a performance.

Both the assessee and assessor should:

  1. Define the purpose of the performance.

  2. Define the purpose of the assessment.

  3. Determine what is appropriate to be assessed.

  4. Agree on what should be reported and how it should be reported (for the assessment/feedback report).

2. Design the methods used for the assessment.

Both the assessee and assessor should:

  1. Inventory a list of possible criteria to be used as part of the assessment.

  2. Choose the criteria from the list in (Step 2a) which best meet the previously established guidelines (Step 1).

  3. Determine an appropriate factor (or set of factors) for each of the chosen criterion (Step 2b) which will be used to assess the assessee's performance.

  4. Determine the appropriate scale for each factor (Step 2c) which will be used to determine or measure the quality of the assessee's performance.

3.Collect information during the performance.

The assessor should:

  1. Set up a system to complete and collect information pertaining to the factors.

  2. Measure the collected information against the established factors using the determined scales.

  3. Document the assessee's strengths, areas for improvement, and insights which will be shared with the assessee.

  4. Offer feedback during the performance, if appropriate and agreed upon beforehand, with the assessee.

4. Report the findings to the assessee.

The assessor should:

  1. Share the assessment report with the assessee. This includes information gathered during the performance and how it relates to the criteria, along with feedback for improving future performances.

  2. Analyze a performance that is believed to be poor or of low quality. Determine what part is due to the information collected, the criteria chosen, and/or the performance itself.

 

Reading (Ch3)

1. Establish purpose.

 Determine why you are reading the material.
2.Set objectives and criteria.  Determine what you want or need to get from the reading.
3.Estimate the time involved. Browse the reading to determine the level of difficulty and how long it will take you to do the reading.
4.Read critically. Carefully read and ask questions which involve:
  • understanding vocabulary by keeping a dictionary nearby to look up unfamiliar words. Write down the definitions so you can refer back to them.
  • determining the author's purpose, intended audience, and the genre or type of writing as you read.
  • writing by taking notes and highlighting important passages, annotating in the margins and marking difficult passages.
  • asking questions and forming opinions by jotting down questions you have, as well as the opinions you form as you read.
5.Assess and reread.  Assess your progress. Reread to clarify questions and ensure that objectives are met.
6.Synthesize information.  Integrate new information with your existing knowledgebase.

 

 

Learning Process Methodology (Ch4)

Preparing to Learn

1.

Why

Identify and explain your reasons for learning.

2.

Orientation

Develop a systematic overview of what is to be learned.

3.

Prerequisites

Identify necessary skills and background knowledge needed to perform the learning.

4.

Learning Objectives

Set appropriate goals and objectives for the learning activity.

5.

Performance Criteria

Determine specific desired outcomes used to measure and gauge performance.

6.

Vocabulary

Identify and learn key terminology.

7.

Information

Collect, read, and study appropriate resources.

Performing a Learning Activity

8.

Plan

Develop a plan of action to meet the performance criteria.

9.

Models

Study and review examples that assist meeting the learning objectives and performance criteria.

10.

Thinking critically

Pose and answer questions that stimulate thought and promote understanding.

11.

Transfer/ Application

Transfer knowledge to different contexts; apply knowledge in new situations.

12.

Problem solving

Use knowledge in problem solving situations.

Assessing and Building New Knowledge

13.

Self-assessment

Assess use of the learning process and mastery of the material learned.

14.

Research

Create and develop knowledge that is new and unique.

 

 

Information Processing (Ch8)

1. Perform a needs analysis.

Analyze who needs the information, why it is needed, when it is needed, what the user will do with the information once it is received.

2. Create a collection plan.

Create a plan to collect the information from various sources.

3. Assess the resources.

Create a method to assess the quality of the information.

4. Organize the information.

Develop a plan for storing and organizing the information that is collected.

5. Retrieve the information.

Search and collect the information. Provide it where and when it is needed.

6. Assess and review.

Assess the process and the outcomes. Determine if the needs have been met. If not, determine what more is needed and repeat the process starting at Step 2.

 

Personal Development (Ch7)

1. Recognize the need for change and growth. Current limitations or constraints require some action or decision.
2. Explore contextual issues. Assess the current situation, resources, priorities, and barriers.
3. Prioritize based on values. Decide what is important for you.
4. State clear outcomes. Set goals with outcome criteria.
5. Develop a plan. Create an operational plan that includes defined activities and time allocation.
6. Perform to the plan as set. Execute the planned steps or actions.
7. Assess performance. Monitor progress towards the objectives.
8. Adjust the plan. Assess, during activities, on the basis of criteria, measuring progress, and making adjustments accordingly.
9. Appreciate gains. Acknowledge growth and progress.
10. Reward achievement. Motivate yourself for future successes; celebrate your successes with family and friends.

Communication (Ch12)

1.

 Identify the audience Define the characteristics of your audience.

2.

 Select a topic(s) Define the topic or topics, the purpose, and scope of your communication.

3.

 Set objectives and criteria Set objectives to measure the outcomes and effect of your communication.

4.

 Gather information Find resources and gather information for your communication.

5.

 Select a medium Decide what you will use to delver your communication.

6.

 Develop the structure of the message Create your message and determine how it will be best communicated.

7.

 Test and revise the communication Practice, test, and revise the communication.

8.

 Deliver the communication Send the communication.

9.

 Assess the message and process Assess the received message and the communication process.