Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning

Depth of knowledge (DOK) has become a priority for many schools. But if your understanding of DOK is a little cloudy, you're not alone. This resource is your one-stop-shop for learning what it is, who it's for, and how to use and sustain it. Ultimately, you will discover how to plan and provide learning experiences that are academically rigorous, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive.Learn how DOK is a different, deeper way of approaching teaching and learning.Explore the different DOK levels and how they relate to instruction.Understand DOK's relationship with standards and assessment.Designate correct levels based on learning needs.Acquire strategies for helping students engage with DOK on a deeper level.Contents:Introduction: What Depth of Knowledge Is NotChapter 1: What Exactly Is Depth of Knowledge?Chapter 2: What Are DOK Teaching and Learning Experiences?Chapter 3: How to Teach and Learn for Depth of KnowledgeChapter 4: How to Use Webb’s DOK Levels as a Multi-Tiered System of SupportChapter 5: How to Deconstruct Learning Intentions for Depth of KnowledgeChapter 6: How to Designate the Depth of Knowledge Level DemandedChapter 7: How to Construct DOK Learning Targets and Success CriteriaChapter 8: How to Ask and Address Good Questions for Depth of KnowledgeChapter 9: Let’s Make a DOK!ConclusionReferences and ResourcesIndex Read more