1. Flipped Instruction Description

Benefits

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  An effective, fast way of doing summative assessment.
  

Challenges

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  It is an inefficient use of other students’ time having them listen to 20 other two-minute presentations when they could be engaging in higher-order learning during that time. Students find it very boring and frustrating to sit through the assessment of other students.
  

Example

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   Use the two-minute presentation method for the final lesson in a series of lessons on one topic.
   
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   Have students read over their notes from previous classes and write a summary of the top 10 points.
   
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   Have students prepare their two-minute presentations by adding the notes to palm cards. With 10 points, students have about 12 second per point!
   
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   Ensure students have time to practice with one another and instruct them on how to take additional notes on their palm cards for points they forgot during practice.
   
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   If each student has a different topic or angle to present engagement may be enhanced during the class presentations.
   

25. De Bono’s 6 Thinking Hats
Definition
De Bono’s 6 thinking hats strategy asks students to look at an issue from multiple perspectives. It can be used for groups or individuals. Depending on the hat a student is provided, they have to think from a different perspective.
The Six Hats

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   White hat: Provide the facts.
   
2. 
   Yellow hat: Explore the positives.
   
3. 
   Black hat: Explore the negatives (devil’s advocate).
   
4. 
   Red hat: Express your feelings and intuitions. Include concerns, dislikes and likes.
   
5. 
   Green hat: Be creative. Come up with new ideas and alternatives.
   
6. 
   Blue hat: The manager who ensures all the hats are sticking to their lane.
   

Benefits

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  Helps students to think outside of their own perspectives.
  
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  Encourages students to attack an issue from many different angles.
  
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  Teachers group work skills if used in a group.