When and Where Did I Find It: The first time I came in contat with this term "anchored instruction" (p.288) was in LTED 600 when I first read chapter 19 in the Reading Handbook )vol. 3) yet I paid little attention to it. The second time around, it caught my eye and I realized that Ireally wasn't sure of its meaning.
Full Citation: Alexander, P. A., & Jetton, T. L. (2008). Learning from text: a multidimensional and developmental perspective. In M. Kamil, P. Mosenthal, P. Pearson & R. Barr (Eds.), Handbook of reading reasearch (vol. 3, pp. 285-310). New York, NY: Routledge.
What it Means: According to dictionary.com anchored instruction is "a technology-based learning approach which stresses the importance of placing learning within a meaningful, problem-solving context, esp. the bonding of the content to a realistic and authentic context." I love this because it seems to be an approach that is supported by research due to its incorporation of authentic learning practices!
Level of Familiarity: I am somewhat familiar with the concept of the word but the term itself isn't something that I would say that I am familiar with. I would have to say that I need more exposure to anchored instruction because I would like to know and understand the implementation procedure and how technology is brought into this "strategy."
Do I Want to Know this Word Well and Why: Honestly, this word intrigues me. I think that in this new media age, anchored instruction is a strategy that is particularly beneficial to know. It not only incorporates technology but allows for authentic instruction to take place. I love this!
Do I Think Others Should Know This Word...If so, Who and Why: I think that
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