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Lesson Design Patterns Emergent from Modelling Lesson Blueprints

Wed, Nov 3, 1:30 to 2:30pm CDT (1:30 to 2:30pm CDT), Palmer, Salon 1

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This study uncovers design patterns emerging from STEM instructors' lesson blueprints, specifically on how they select lesson elements and sequence lessons. We found that STEM instructors vary by discipline in their selection or planning of lesson activities for students. Additionally, STEM instructors design lesson sequences following a non-linear path with the intention of using common paired activities, parallel activities, and conditional activities. STEM instructors' selection and sequencing patterns offer best practices for designing gateway courses.

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