Metacognition & Higher Order Thinking Skills

Bloom’s Taxonomy

What is Bloom’s Taxonomy?

Creating

Evaluating

Analyzing

Applying

Understanding

Remembering

Higher OrderThinking

• Memorization does not equal learning.

• You can memorize something without understanding.

• Thinking is done in both words & pictures

• There are 3 main types of intelligence & thinking:• Analytical• Creative These can blend…. • Practical

How does Bloom’s Taxonomy Impact me?

You can improve your thinking skills by understanding the

processes involved in thinking.

Metacognition = thinking about thinking.

Metacognition

No memorizationWe must do something with the facts we discover

This is where Bloom’s Taxonomy comes in….

Higher Order Thinking

Let’s use The Kite Runner….

Bloom’s Taxonomy in Action

Remembering: Who are the main characters?

Understanding: How would you summarize the story?

Applying: What questions would you ask Amir about that fateful day in the winter of 1975?

Analyzing: How does Amir fulfill the hero archetype?

Evaluating: What are the pros & cons of Amir winning the kite-fighting tournament?

Creating: How would you re-write this story in a children’s version?

1.) Come to class prepared in the Remembering & Understanding levels = this is expected of you.

2.) Function in the Applying & Analyzing levels in your notes, class and small group discussions without being reminded

3.) Perform writing & projects at the Evaluating and Creating levels.

So…now what?