1. 1. Read a description of a science experiment and list the necessary materials to perform the experiment. 2. Locate and read a current article on stem cell research, summarize the innovation and benefits to humans. 3. Read and analyze three original newspaper articles from the Vietnam War and identify reasons for public opposition to US entry into the war. 4. Write directions on how to connect a new television to cable and DVD recorder.

2. RIGORRIGOR RELEVANCE High Low 1 Knowledge in one Discipline 2 Apply in Discipline 3 Apply across Disciplines 4 Apply to real-world predictabl e situations 5 Apply to real-world unpredictabl e situations 654321654321 Knowledge Comprehension Application Analysis Synthesis Evaluation Students gather and store bits of information. Students are primarily expected to remember or understand this knowledge. Students use acquired knowledge to solve problems, design solutions, and complete work. The highest level of application is to apply knowledge to new and unpredictable situations. Students extend and refine their acquired knowledge to be able to use that knowledge automatically to analyze and solve problems. Students have the competence to think in complex ways and to apply their knowledge and skills. Even when confronted with perplexing unknowns, students are able to use extensive knowledge and skills to create solutions. 2

3. 1. Read a description of a science experiment and list the necessary materials to perform the experiment. 2. Locate and read a current article on stem cell research, summarize the innovation and benefits to humans. 3. Read and analyze three original newspaper articles from the Vietnam War and identify reasons for public opposition to US entry into the war. 4. Write directions on how to connect a new television to cable and DVD recorder.

4. RIGORRIGOR RELEVANCE High Low 1 Knowledge in one Discipline 2 Apply in Discipline 3 Apply across Disciplines 4 Apply to real-world predictable situations 5 Apply to real-world unpredictabl e situations Comprehension Application Analysis Synthesis Evaluation 4 Read a description of a science experiment and list the necessary materials to perform the experiment. Locate and read a current article on stem cell research, summarize the innovation and benefits to humans. Read and analyze three original newspaper articles from the Vietnam War and identify reasons for public opposition to US entry into the war. Write directions on how to connect a new television to cable and DVD Recorder. 654321654321 Knowledge

5. KNOWLEDGEKNOWLEDGE A P P L I C A T I O N A B D C Rigor/Relevance Framework Teacher Works Teacher/Student Roles Student Thinks Student Works 5

6. KNOWLEDGEKNOWLEDGE A P P L I C A T I O N A B D C Rigor/Relevance Framework Teacher Controlled Influence Teacher Directed Externally Directed 6

7. KNOWLEDGEKNOWLEDGE A P P L I C A T I O N A B D C Rigor/Relevance Framework Routine Memorization Four Quadrants of Learning Complex Analytical Practical Hands On 7

8.  Design a weight training program for a paraplegic.  Program a robot to draw a square.  Find shapes/things around you that have symmetry.  Analyze commercials for fact and opinion.  Conduct a student survey on First Amendment rights.

9.  Quadrant D lessons prepare students for life beyond school.  They prepare students for the work force and to be the leaders of tomorrow in the 21 st Century. 9