Gagne's Model of Instructional Design
Gagne's model of instructional design is based on the information processing model of the mental events that occur when students are presented with various stimuli and focuses on the learning outcomes and how to arrange specific instructional events to achieve those outcomes. Applying Gagne's nine-step model is an excellent way to ensure an effective and systematic learning program as it gives structure to the lesson plans and a holistic view to the teaching and is the basis for each module.
Bloom's Taxonomy
Bloom’s Taxonomy is a classification of the different objectives and skills that educators set for their students (learning objectives). These 6 levels can be used to structure the learning objectives, lessons, and assessments of a course. Bloom’s taxonomy is a powerful tool to help develop learning objectives because it explains the process of learning and is the framework for the assessments, activities and exercises for each module of this course.
Science and Engineering Practices (SEP)
Science and Engineering Practices are what students DO to make sense of phenomena. They are both a set of skills and a set of knowledge to be internalized. The SEPs reflect the major practices that scientists and engineers use to investigate the world and design and build systems and are the framework for standards and learning objectives of this course.
Developing 21st Century Skills Using the 4C's
The four C’s of 21st Century skills are essential for modern students to succeed in school and the workplace. They often make the biggest impact in terms of setting your students apart when applying for and starting their careers and are integrated during the activities and exercises in each module of this course.