Course Overview
Are your students stuck at surface-level recall? Paired with Webb’s Depth of Knowledge (DOK) framework, Think Ladders provide a highly effective, visual way to sequence questions based on cognitive complexity. This classroom-ready strategy can be applied to any subject area to instantly gauge comprehension and—more importantly—safely guide your students into getting comfortable with deeper, critical thinking.
This course is designed for busy educators who want to seamlessly align their content with rigorous cognitive demands. You will explore practical strategies, real-world examples, and curated resources to evaluate your current assessments and elevate your daily lesson planning. Give your students the stepping stones they need to reach new intellectual heights.
What You Will Learn
- Visual Question Sequencing: Construct dynamic Think Ladders to visually scaffold questions and guide students through advancing DOK levels.
- Cognitive Alignment: Evaluate the relationship between the complexity of your core content and the actual cognitive demands of your assessments and tasks.
- Strategic Lesson Planning: Integrate practical strategies and resources directly into your lesson prep to foster deeper comprehension across any topic.
Course Details
🎓 Credit Options: Graduate Credit Available
⌛ Estimated Time: 15 Hours
🗣️ Trainers: Dr. Heidi Orvosh and Kristie Hughes