Introduction

Welcome to the BeaverCats Big Idea Synthesis! This is dedicated to passionate instructional designers and classroom practitioners who are constantly navigating the ever-evolving educational landscape. We know how exciting yet overwhelming it can be to find yourself in a world brimming with compelling theories and approaches everyday, only to wonder, How can I effectively translate them into my own designs and practices?

That’s where our “Big Ideas” come in. They are here to serve as your guiding principles that make the transition from theory to practice seamless and doable. We have broken down each Big Idea into three simple and easy-to-use sections: In What? Why? How? our inquisitive and observant cat prompts you to keep asking those questions. This section gives you the full picture, helping you grasp the purpose, importance, and strategies behind each concept. In Let’s Get to Work! our diligent and ever-practical beaver is there to provide you with clear and actionable steps, along with dos and don’ts and vivid examples. This part is all about turning everything into action and making a tangible impact in your classroom. Finally, we bring the cat and beaver together for a meaningful discussion in Before you Go, Things to Know: We want you to feel empowered to make thoughtful decisions, aware of potential challenges, and ready to adapt as needed! Think of this as friendly and practical advice from one educator to another.
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The BeaverCat Big Idea Synthesis is a resource carefully crafted from our shared journey in Evidence-based Educational Design course. We hope this synthesis can be a companion on your journey to creating innovative, effective, and evidence-based learning experiences. We’re here to support and inspire you every step of the way, turning your dedication into designs that truly make a difference. Now let us make pawsitive changes, because the dam best instruction is just a design away!

Timeline

My Roles

2 Months(Oct.2024 - Dec.2024)

instructional designer