be applied to problems in new contexts." Many of us were creatures of the drill and kill method of education but know with the prevalence of technology reduces the need to memorize material, although it is still expected in many situations.
3. "A variety of instructional activities encourage meaning-making. These include Socratic questioning and related 

inquiry approaches: classification and categorisation of information and data, developing and testing hypotheses, 

conducting research, drawing conclusions, explaining results and using project and problem-based learning strategies." Giving students this opportunity will expand their learning.

six facets that offer different types of evidence of understanding" 
1. Explanation 2. Interpret 3. Apply 4. Perspective 5. Empathy 6. Self Knowledge

2. There are ten observable classroom indicators for teaching and assessing for understanding 

3. Student's conceptual understanding deepens over time - they move from simple surface level-understanding to deeper understanding as they refine and revisit concepts

have shifted from the benefits of diligent drill  and practice to a focus on understanding  and applying knowledge.
-We need to move away from assessing students on facts and memorization but how they can apply the teachings from the unit in the classroom. 
-Now more then ever students need to learn the skills to be proactive problem solvers at a young age.

2 things I found interesting: 
-Todays' students will be lifelong learners that need to continue to be inquisitive as technology continues to grow and the world changes. They need to dig deep and investigate the worlds messy problems. 
-Contemporary education must shift from 

an emphasis on knowledge acquisition 

for its own sake to preparing learners to 

understand ideas and processes that they can 

use and apply flexibly and autonomously.

My one question: 
-From the article, it was clear that teachers feel overwhelmed to fit so much curriculum and information into one school day and often feel as though there isn't enough time to teach everything effectively. What kind of changes can be made to make sure teachers are not overwhelmed with making sure we teach everything but instead have more meaningful lessons?

2. Our rapidly changing world requires for a change in education and experiences we are offering our students as well.

Learning with understanding is more likely to transfer than memorizing information.

To truly develop a deep understanding of a concept, learners must be able to explain, interpret, apply, demonstrate individual perspective, show empathy, and have self-knowledge.

Students should have regular opportunities to explain a principles in their own words, interpret data, apply skills to new situations, form opinions while considering perspectives of others, self-assess, & reflect on their own learning. All these opportunities can be considered when assessing student understanding.

Information is too easily accessible with all new forms of technology. Education should focus on the deeper understandings of the ever changing world by allowing children to find, sort, evaluate, & apply new information.

Observation of learners helps teachers better understand how each learner makes meaning.

How can we find a balance between foundational skills while still allowing for student inquiry? How do we know what assessments can shift to show conceptual understanding vs. just the facts?