Calculus One with iPads

The unit plan will be assessed against the following evaluation criteria:
1) Objectives
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Clearly stated, realistic and can be understood thoroughly in the allocated duration of time.
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Describe specific behaviors according to specified concepts
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Measurable and can be assessed according to standards and knowledge
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Lesson content is designed to accomplish these objectives in a variety of instructional strategies
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Connect previous lessons to the present and to the next lessons
2) Assessments
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Each lesson in the unit plan outlines the pre-requisites related to lesson objectives
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Pre-assessments that take into consideration prior knowledge
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Well-defined tools of measurable assessments address objectives and unit standards.
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Peer and self-assessments are used throughout the unit.
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Performance assessment, electronic documentation of student achievement, and analysis of the success of unit objectives.
3) Differentiation/UDL Considerations
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Various options for independent learning through the Nearpod app
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Specific differentiation, including reasonable modifications to overcome learning barriers and facilitate inclusion
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Student-paced lessons, pre-made lessons that suit students’ pace of learning)
4) Technology Integration
The unit plan outlines available resources to support learning, including technology resources that enhance student learning, increases productivity, and promotes creativity.
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Various software and iPad applications, mainly the Nearpod app that deepens students' understanding of important concepts
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Web-based tools (Nearpod.com)
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Web-resources that support higher-order thinking skills and develop students' lifelong skills.
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Web-based repository that offers alternatives for students to demonstrate their learning,
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Opportunities for group work through the Nearpod application that facilitates collaboration inside and outside the classroom
5) Balance of Learning
The unit plan offers
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opportunities for active learning: real-time feedback and continuous assessment.
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opportunities for reflection. Open-ended questions after each lesson and video recordings that can be posted a You Tube channel or on Facebook allowing other students to comment.
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clearly stated facts to be learned.
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various forms of Information presentation: texts, audio, video, diagrams, images,…