Applying webbs depthofknowledge dok levels in social. Cognitive rigor is the superposition of bloom s taxonomy and webb s depth of knowledge levels and is used to categorize the level of abstraction of questions and activities in education. Webbs depth of knowledge gives you a framework and common language to make that happen in your classroom. Depthofknowledge dok levels for science according to norman l. Webb s depth of knowledge dok model looks at the cognitive expectations within academic standards, curricular activities, and instructional learning tasks.
One useful tool, norman webbs depth of knowledge levels, can help teachers meet that challenge. Technology integration with dokdepth of knowledge explained. A good visual on blooms taxonomy vs depth of knowledge. In this lesson youll learn about webb s depth of knowledge levels and how they can be utilized to plan or enhance lessons in the classroom. Webb, wisconsin center for educational research depthofknowledge levels for four content areas, march 28, 2002, interpreting and assigning depthofknowledge levels to both objectives within standards and assessment items is an essential requirement of alignment.
The examples herein are drawn from several classroomtested dok tools. Introduction to depth of knowledge english language arts mathematics science social studies webbs depth of knowledge dok provides a vocabulary and a frame of reference when thinking about students and how they engage with the content. This body of work offers the depth of knowledge dok model employed to analyze the cognitive expectation demanded by standards, curricular activities and. Sharing the depth of knowledge framework with students. The creation of the dok stemmed from the alignment of standards to assessments. Depthofknowledge dok levels for mathematics according to norman l.
The use of depth of knowledge at the classroom level is now beginning. Using webbs depth of knowledge levels in the classroom. Dec 05, 2014 december 5, 2014 bloom s taxonomy and depth of knowledge are two popular conceptual learning frameworks. Using webbs depth of knowledge to increase rigor gerald.
Norman webb, who has refuted the graphic and discourages its use to. A guide for using webbs depth of knowledge with common. They both approach the learning process from relatively different stands. The links below are a great resources of blooms taxonomy and webbs depth of knowledge. Integrating cognitive rigor with webbs depth of knowledge. Jul 03, 2016 this website and its content is subject to our terms and conditions. Then, have them analyze question prompts for dok level and assess what they are being asked to doe. Webbs depth of knowledge dok chart high school redesign. A variety of resources related to depth of knowledge and how to use in your classroom. Webbs depth of knowledge dok chart the performance indicators for nrhs competencies are classified according to their level of complexity on webbs depth of knowledge chart. This document provides a definition of each of the levels, words and phrases often used for tasks at each level. Teaching with depth an understanding of webbs depth of. Level learner action key actions sample question stems question numbersportfolio components level 1. Both blooms taxonomy and webbs depth of knowledge have made a significant impact on.
Webbs depth of knowledge dok model looks at the cognitive expectations within academic standards, curricular activities, and instructional learning tasks. I like to use norman webbs depth of knowledge dok framework to unpack what critical thinking might look like in a variety of contexts to support literacy skills, working with teachers to identify links between the depth of knowledge levels and the common core state standards. We want students to be able to do things automatically. The dok wheel does not accurately depict what depth of knowledge is. Hess cognitive rigor matrices for elasocial studies, writing, and mathscience. Depth of knowledge dok categorizes tasks according to the complexity of thinking required to successfully complete them. You may have learned about norman webbs depth of knowledge dok from a theoretical standpoint, but many teachers feel theyre missing a puzzle piece. Check your understanding of webb s depth of knowledge levels in school with these assessments. Applying webbs depthofknowledge dok levels in social studies karin k. A brief look at webbs depth of knowledge levels level 1 recallreproduction.
Theres a citation at the bottom of the dok wheel graphic that references the developer of depth of knowledge, norman webb along with a. Depth of knowledgerigor chart and checklist use the following chart to help create and categorize assessment items. We use your linkedin profile and activity data to personalize ads and to show you more relevant ads. Understanding depth of knowledge and cognitive complexity. Typically, when we think of assessment item difficulty, we associate it with the actual question stem, the length of the questions, and other components coming from the item itself. The range of rigor of the assessment items should reflect the rigor of the course content and instruction. Level of complexity measures a students depth of knowledge key verbs that may. Level learner action key actions sample question stems question numbersportfolio. Norman webbs depth of knowledge flips the focus to the cognitive aspects the students must exercise to move through an item and adequately address a question.
Webbs definition of depth of knowledge is the degree or complexity of knowledge that the content. Teaching with depth an understanding of webbs depth of knowledge. Norman webb and flip chart developed by myra collins depth of knowledge level 3. However, he did not recommend a straight application of this distribution, but recommended that each state analyze their standards and related gles, and their vision to determine this distribution. Aligning your questions to different dok levels facilitates higherorder thinking and deeper learning for your students. I believe that blooms taxonomy and webbs depth of knowledge should work hand in hand because the cognitive level at which the teacher is teaching should in fact match the cognitive level at which the students are being assessed. It exists before students ever cross the school threshold, and this disadvantage can greatly affect their educational progress and success. Introduction to depth of knowledge english language arts mathematics science social studies webb s depth of knowledge dok provides a vocabulary and a frame of reference when thinking about students and how they engage with the content. Design a mathematical model to inform and solve a practical or abstract situation. I have been using webbs depth of knowledge to develop questions for my students and work towards making these questions at a level 3 or 4. Webbs depth of knowledge dok provides a vocabulary and a frame of reference when thinking about our students and how they engage with the content. The department of education feels the dok levels not only provide for a greater depth and breadth of. Depth of knowledge rigor chart and checklist use the following chart to help create and categorize assessment items.
Using webbs depth of knowledge to increase rigor edutopia. Mar 28, 2017 implementing webbs depth of knowledge with students explicitly teach students about the different cognitive levels and ensure that they understand what each of the terms means. Bloom s taxonomy seem to emphasize the categorization of tasks in a way that corresponds with students thinking levels e,g knowing, understanding, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating. Webb s depth of knowledge dok provides a vocabulary and a frame of reference when thinking about our students and how they engage with the content.
Use the following chart to help create and categorize assessment items. Webbs depth of knowledge dok une online college of. Level 4 dok requires extended thinking usually requires work over a period of time, including gathering information, analyzing findings, preparing reports, and presenting findings. Blooms taxonomy seem to emphasize the categorization of tasks in a way that corresponds with students thinking levels e,g knowing, understanding, applying, analyzing, synthesizing, and evaluating. Norman webb, who has refuted the graphic and discourages its use to determine the depth of knowledge demanded by academic standards, lessons, and assessments. Depth of knowledge dok is a scale used to determine the amount of thinking required for a given question or task. Levels of thinking in blooms taxonomy and webbs depth of knowledge reading comprehension test questions samples dok levels 1, 2, 3, and 4. Webbs depth of knowledge was created by norman webb from the wisconsin center for education research.
Jul 27, 2017 you may have learned about norman webbs depth of knowledge dok from a theoretical standpoint, but many teachers feel theyre missing a puzzle piece. The webbs depth of knowledge ceiling context and the driving questions at the top of each ceiling provides administrators, teachers, and hopefully even students and parents an understanding of how deeply and extensively students will be expected to demonstrate and communicate their learning. Apr 05, 2017 typically, when we think of assessment item difficulty, we associate it with the actual question stem, the length of the questions, and other components coming from the item itself. Depth of knowledge in the english language arts classroom deborah baughman dennis carlock. Webbs depth of knowledge includes four levels, from the lowest basic recall to the highest extended thinking. Two of our editors favorite frameworks are blooms taxonomy original. Nov 21, 2016 webb s depth of knowledge dok model looks at the cognitive expectations within academic standards, curricular activities, and instructional learning tasks. Tasks at this level require recall of facts or rote application of simple procedures. Level of complexity measures a students depth of knowledge. Oct 30, 2019 a guide for using webbs depth of knowledge with common core state standards. Webb depthofknowledge levels for four content areas, march 28, 2002, interpreting and assigning depthofknowledge levels to both objectives within standards and assessment items is an essential requirement of alignment analysis. They will ask questions regarding the definition and stages of webb s. How depth of knowledge drives learning and assessment.
This document provides a definition of each of the levels, words and phrases often used for tasks at each level, as well as examples of activities at each of the levels. Learn how to use webbs depth of knowledge dok levels to set the dok ceiling of. Students provide support for reasoning, apply complex and. Every field requires a recall of facts, information or procedures. Sep 04, 2014 webbs depth of knowledge gives you a framework and common language to make that happen in your classroom. Critical thinking frameworks can be a huge help for teachers as they lesson plan, but knowing which one to use and when or how to apply them can often result in more questions than answers. Teaching with depth an understanding of webbs depth of knowledge an understanding of webb s depth of knowledge many factors contribute to the achievement gap the achievement gap stems from both home and schoolbased factors. I have been using webb s depth of knowledge to develop questions for my students and work towards making these questions at a level 3 or 4. A guide for using webbs depth of knowledge with common core state standards. The cognitive rigor matrix assists applying cognitive rigor in the classroom. Depth of knowledge, or dok, is a way to think about content complexity and thinking critically in the classroom.
Depth of knowledge dok forms another important perspective of cognitive complexity. Thats because there are hurdles to consistently applying each of the pedagogys four levels in your classroom, from recall and reproduction to extended critical thinking. Depth of knowledge professional development teaching. For example, if students have not seen the word or content before, it might be difficult for them, but it is not complex. December 5, 2014 blooms taxonomy and depth of knowledge are two popular conceptual learning frameworks. Ive created a depth of knowledge chart that corresponds to each of the core content areas.
Norman webb developed the dok to categorize activities according to the level of complexity in thinking. Depth of knowledge in the english language arts classroom. This body of work offers the depth of knowledge dok model employed to analyze. From depth of knowledge descriptors, examples and question stems for increasing depth of knowledge in the classroom developed by. A guide for using webbs depth of knowledge with common core. Webbs depth of knowledge many factors contribute to the achievement gap the achievement gap stems from both home and schoolbased factors. Depth of knowledgerevised blooms taxonomy wheel mentoring. Theres a citation at the bottom of the dok wheel graphic that references the developer of depth of knowledge, norman webb along with a url link, which is why many people believe this wheel was authorized by dr. Tes global ltd is registered in england company no 02017289 with its registered office at 26 red lion square london wc1r 4hq. This article has been updated to remove a link to an image called the depth of knowledge wheel, which misrepresents norman webbs ideas.
Two of our editors favorite frameworks are bloom s taxonomy original and revised and depth of knowledge. In this lesson youll learn about webbs depth of knowledge levels and how they can be utilized to plan or enhance lessons in the classroom. Striving for higherorder thinking and depth of knowledge. From depth of knowledge descriptors, examples and question stems for increasing depth of knowledge in the classroom developed by dr. Applying webbs depth of knowledge and naep levels of complexity in mathematics marge petit and karin hess in order to define descriptors for cognitive demand to guide test item or assessment development, classification of items, and alignment to the states grade level. Jan 17, 20 the links below are a great resources of blooms taxonomy and webbs depth of knowledge. It should be noted that the term knowledge, as it is used here, is intended to broadly encompass all forms of knowledge i. Webb 1997 developed a process and criteria for systematically analyzing the alignment between standards and standardized assessments. Professional development depth of knowledge dok training. Depth of knowledge dok refers to the complexity of thinking skills that a task requires. The bestknown work in this area, that of norman webb 1997, 1999, compelled states to rethink the meaning of test alignment to include both the content assessed in a test item and the depth to which we expect. For this lesson i am evaluating the students work based on my observations.
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