I have been asked this a few times, most recently by @Baggiepr & I will have undoubtedly missed something. I can imagine that @MorgsEd will have further reading to add, however, these are my recommended reads regarding #TaskDesign
1/10 First up it’s the incredible @olicav. Focussed purely on my understanding of Dual Coding Theory & for building in icons to enhance meaning within concepts.
I have used the theory simplistically but I genuinely believe the rewards are plenty.
2/10 This one is more to do principles of clear instruction.
Going back to Rosenshines principles & the in action series by @teacherhead really helped me focus my teaching which in turn supported my development of purposeful tasks.
3/10 not long after my foray into Rosenshine & Dual Coding theory this epic collection of Graphic Organiser models was curated & released by @olicav & @MrGoodwin23
So many great educators sharing equally incredible ideas!
6/10 I have used this model a number of times when considering the sequence & narrative within my lesson sequences but @arti_choke’s SOLIO Taxonomy is absolutely worth the time!
7/10 I then started to read around generative learning & the implications for effective task that supported making meaningful connections with their learning.
Enter ‘Fiorella & Mayer's Generative Learning in Action by @EnserMark & @greeborunner amzn.eu/d/0XX7L1W
8/10 a recent addition, this was a great read that helped me develop a model for successful lesson thinking which encourages a deeper understanding of subjects leading effective task design.
Ausubel's Meaningful Learning in Action by @overpractised amzn.eu/d/iJGvXUc
9/10 from here I would absolutely recommend getting a copy of @baronbedford’s Pupil Book Study!
It’s an incredible companion to develop a coherent & brilliant assessment model across the curriculum!
A short 🧵 on #TaskDesign using this weeks #Science lesson ☺️
1/4 This week we were building our understanding of circuits & their components.
We investigated voltage & its impact on a circuit. The #retrieval task linked back to previous lesson & unit.
2/4 Then experimented with adding cells to circuits to see how it affect components like the bulb 💡& buzzer 🔊
We tested first using @PhETsims simulator, this helped us gain a clearer understanding & visualise the electrons moving.
Then we applied this to physical components.
3/4 Using both the simulator & physical circuits was purposeful, just as in maths 🧮 it’s incredibly important to ensure ‘purposeful variation’ of tasks within lessons.
Then we reflected on this in our books as well as drawing it as a scientific diagram ☺️
Another thread 🧵 on graphic organisers & thinking models!
1/8 The more I work with various GOs & thinking models by putting ideas from @MrGoodwin23 & @olicav into practice, the more apparent it becomes that more of us need to do this…
2/8 as a staff team we’ve been trialling different task design models and adapting these where we can.
Staff have been incredibly open & resilient with these. They know they might not always work as intended but aren’t put off & the keep going.
3/8 this term we’ve been experimenting with a model from ‘Organise Ideas’ with tons of incredible GOs in there.
What I have loved seeing as the Curriculum Task Design lead is the variety of ways it is used.