Treasure Hunt

The Treasure Hunt....For this assignment each student picked a method from a list of fourteen methods, to create a treasure hunt to share with the class demonstrating the Information Processing Model. Here are a few questions presented in my Treasure Hunt to stimulate learning and encourage higher level thinking.

The Learning Cycle method will enhance and encourage students through a different method of teaching. Learn how to teach your students how by giving them experiences to explore and evaluate.
Do you want to help them reflect and build internal models?
Do you want to use creativity to unlock the learning potential of your students?
Do you want to establish learning to learn in your classroom and improve your students ability to make decisions?

A favorite motto I came across in my reading. I think it explains the IPM Model perfectly.

You will become the "guide on the side" rather than the "sage on the stage".

The Five E's..........

• Engagement -Object,event or question used to engage students. Connections facilitated between what students know and can do.


• Exploration -Objects and phenomena are explored.
  Hands-on activities, with guidance.


• Explanation -Students explain their understanding of concepts and processes.
  New concepts and skills are introduced as conceptual clarity and cohesion are


• Elaboration -Activities allow students to apply concepts in contexts, and build on or extend understanding and skill.


• Evaluation -Students assess their knowledge, skills and abilities. Activities permit evaluation of student development and lesson effectiveness.

Please take a look at my Treasure Hunt and enjoy......http://joystreasurehuntwiki.pbwiki.com/