http://www.marzanoresearch.com/documents/Marzano9-09.pdf
Setting the Record Straight on "high-yield" Strategies
As I read through Dr. Robert Marzano's article about "high yield" strategies in education. He touched on the idea that though it is flattering to see one's work used throughout the nation, if the information is misinterpreted or used incorrectly, the information and research has no purpose. Marzano stresses that each educator when using tools or strategies produced by somebody else must be willing to adapt to their specific situation when implementing teaching, grading or class managing strategies.
Dr. Marzano intends for all of this strategies and books to work together in order to create a consistent atmosphere in the classroom. Each of his books has a specific number of vague categories that can be used to enhance student achievement if implemented correctly. He addressed that " these categories or strategies are only a part of a comprehensive view of teaching".
This article emphasized that teaching is not a checklist or step-by-step directions, it is comprehensive and it takes numerous strategies and pedagogy's to begin to effectively teach students what they need to know. I will take this information with me as I continue on my educational career to remember that changing or implementing one thing can be helpful for a day, but it is the collaboration of good teachers that truly teaches students to learn.
So does Marzano advocate universal application of his theories, or does he suggest that teachers try to make their own curriculum and implement that? Are all of his findings necessary to be taught in a group, or can then be implemented separately? How long was Marzano a teacher? He seems to have some very applicable ideas that still work in the modern classroom, but is that all from research? Obviously, his techniques are very effective, I just had a few questions for your consideration, Lauryn. :)
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