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SOLO is a true hierarchic taxonomy - increasing in quantity and quality of thought * SOLO identifies five stages of understanding. Each stage embraces the previous level but adds something more. * SOLO is a powerful tool in differentiating curriculum and providing cognitive challenge for learners * SOLO allows teachers and learners to ask deeper questions without creating new ones * SOLO is a powerful metacognitive tool

The power of pictures, visual story-telling

A single powerful image can form the basis of an excellent lesson, generating a solid half hour of intense, thoughtful discussion and exploration. This article outlines an approach to instructional design that takes advantage of mammoth photo archives.

Guy Claxton is * Originator of the educational Building Learning Power programme: helping young people become better real-life learners

Southbridge School has developed an inquiry learning model that details the steps children need to work through either individually or in small groups. We realised inquiry learning does not only have to be 'child-directed' but can also be used as a powerful method of 'teacher-directed' whole class curriculum delivery.

Rich Tasks / Powerful learning

- A Collection of FREE Presentations in PowerPoint format for K-12 Teachers and Students