1. 21 Things 4 Educators
  2. 16. Design Thinking
  3. Define
  4. Connect
  5. Apply
  6. Additional Resources

Design Thinking

Create lessons with design thinking opportunities that innovate and solve problems

A "Thing" is a topic related to current trends in Educational Technology. Begin to "DEFINE" this area of Ed Tech with vocabulary, pedagogy, key concepts and ideas. Next, review curated tools and resources for teaching and learning in "CONNECT". Complete your research and review in "APPLY" by transferring the learning into your instructional practice.

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Know & Understand

Pedagogy

Know and understand the learning objectives, vocabulary, concepts, and pedagogy surrounding this Thing.

Define

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Make Connections

Tools & Resources

Make connections to teaching and learning by reviewing curated tools and resources to support best practice of this Thing.

Connect

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Transfer the Learning

Instructional Practice

Transfer the learning into digital age teaching and learning to improve instructional practice and deepen learning about this Thing.

Apply

ISTE Standards for Educators

Designer 5b, Facilitator 6b, Facilitator 6c


Download Reflection Guide

Make a copy and complete each section as you "Define," "Connect," and "Apply" this "Thing."

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