Social Learning Amplified hosted by Eric Mazur Episode 4: A Look at Mastery Learning and Perusall
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Oct 28, 2022 Join Jon Bergmann, a pioneer of the flipped classroom movement and author of The Mastery Learning Handbook, as he unveils the transformative power of Mastery Learning. He shares insights on adaptive assessments that cater to all students, innovative grading practices like gamified assessments, and the integration of Perusall to enhance student discussions. Discover how these strategies boost engagement and accountability while leveraging social learning to create deeper connections among learners.
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Mastery Learning Explained
- Mastery learning involves students progressing through content and taking assessments.
- If they fail, they receive remediation and retake the assessment.
Accelerated Learning
- Jon Bergmann's flipped classroom approach allowed a student to complete nearly a year's worth of chemistry in one semester.
- This sparked his interest in mastery learning.
Differentiated Assessments
- Offer different levels of assessment (basic, clear, deep) to cater to varying student abilities.
- Let students choose their assessment level, promoting personalized learning.