Understanding is a confusing topic. The biggest thing that I learned from this week's reading (chapter 2 of Understanding by Design is that the term "understanding" is about transfer. Can the student transfer their knowledge and skill that is explicitly taught in class to other and unique situations. I think the hardest thing for me it to simplify and make sure that I do not try to cover too many topics too quickly. I am so excited to show them all that I know, that I forget a slow start will lead to deeper understanding and skill.
Another thing that stood out to me was the three types of misunderstandings. "the three pathologies of mislearning: we forget, we don't understand that we misunderstand, and we are unable to use what we learned." This stood out to me because I can see where at times each of these "mislearnings" have been present. I need to be more intentional in planning away potential misunderstanding so my students will be able to better transfer their skills and knowledge.
Another thing that stood out to me was the three types of misunderstandings. "the three pathologies of mislearning: we forget, we don't understand that we misunderstand, and we are unable to use what we learned." This stood out to me because I can see where at times each of these "mislearnings" have been present. I need to be more intentional in planning away potential misunderstanding so my students will be able to better transfer their skills and knowledge.