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=Pedagogical 3 Group 2=

2. If students are in charge of their own learning, how will we be sure they learn what's important?
Even though it's student-centered, the teacher is responsible for the learning. If you effectively plan out a project or activity, students will be led to make the discoveries you desire (and perhaps their own). It is important to be clear about expectations from the start and include specific due dates and timelines so students can monitor their progress. The strategies listed below are examples of ways to monitor student progress and to be sure they are on-point with what they're supposed to be learning:


 * **Project Checklists** that are aligned with the learning goals for the project
 * **Rubrics** that specifically state what learning must be demonstrated and what content is expected to be included
 * **Think-Pair-Share** peer input for suggestions and critical feedback--supported by specific guidelines for sharing (components of the larger rubric)
 * **Direct monitoring and facilitation**---re-directing with further questions
 * **Conferencing** with students

All of these activities should be designed in a way that logically follow the NC SCoS and be reflected in teacher-created learning goals for the day, week, and unit.