Teacher Takeaway Season 4 | Episode 11 | Mastery Learning
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Apr 13, 2024 Dr. Thomas Guskey discusses mastery learning in education, emphasizing formative assessments and differentiated instruction. The importance of clear assessment design, explicit instruction, and setting high standards for students is explored. The evolution of a book on mastery learning and resources for further learning are also highlighted.
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Accidental Educator
- Thomas Guskey's entry into education was accidental.
- He transitioned from physics/engineering to teaching middle school math, discovering a passion for education.
Mastery Learning Origins
- Mastery learning, developed by Benjamin Bloom, addresses diverse student skills.
- It uses assessments as learning tools, providing diagnostic and prescriptive feedback.
Effective Feedback
- Teachers should retain the prescriptive element of feedback in mastery learning.
- Differentiate between formative assessments (formal checks) and checking for understanding (informal questions).