In episode nine of The Elements of Great Teaching, Adam Kohlbeck and I delve into Dimension 4: Activating Hard Thinking, focusing on Element 1: Structuring from the Model for Great Teaching.

Structuring goes beyond simply listing objectives or writing lesson aims. It’s about carefully designing and sequencing learning tasks to show students not only what they’re learning but also how these tasks contribute to their goals. Great teachers share learning aims in ways that help students understand what success looks like.

In this episode, we highlight the importance of moving away from abstract statements and instead helping students connect tasks to learning goals. Adam provides a practical lens, sharing strategies that educators can use to make learning aims meaningful and actionable for their students.

Find out how structuring can lead to deeper understanding and better outcomes for your learners. Listen now and share your thoughts with us on social media.