DOK & Tech: Empowering Minds

Tech Tip Tuesday (October 22, 2024)

Technology can be a powerful tool for enhancing depth of knowledge (DOK), helping teachers create more engaging and cognitively demanding learning experiences.

Here are several ways technology can support the development and implementation of DOK in your classroom:

DOK Level 1: Recall and Reproduction

Basic recall of facts, concepts, and procedures

Quiz games like Quizizz, Gimkit, Blooket, or Kahoot!
Retrieval practice flash cards on Google Slides
Recounting online research in a Canva presentation

DOK Level 2: Skills and Concepts

Use of information or conceptual knowledge to solve problems

Have a collaborative discussion board using Google Sheets
Digitally annotate a text with Kami
Complete virtual lab simulations for math and science concepts on PhET

DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Complex reasoning, planning, and developing

Design digital solutions to real-world problems using Tinkercad
Explore a different culture of the world or your community to create solutions using Google Earth
Create a response to research video using WeVideo or Screencastify

DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Complex reasoning over an extended period, synthesizing information from multiple sources

Produce an original podcast series exploring a complex topic using Soundtrap
Display a long-term science project with collected data using Google Sheets and Looker Studio
Create an advocacy website to share with others using Adobe Express

Not sure where to start?

Try MagicSchool's DOK Generator to create questions based on current content!

DOK Questions Generator

Generate questions based on topic or standard for each of the 4 Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels.

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Create soothing sand art online!

This is Sand is a mesmerizing free online platform that brings the art of sand pouring to your screen. This interactive website allows users to create stunning, colorful sand art compositions with just a few clicks. Whether you're looking to relax, express your creativity, or simply pass the time, This Is Sand offers a unique and engaging experience. Users can choose from a variety of colors to craft intricate landscapes and patterns, then save and share their masterpieces with a growing community of digital sand artists. Available both as a web application and a mobile app, This Is Sand is perfect for art enthusiasts, educators, or anyone seeking a moment of zen in their day.

Thisissand

Thisissand is a unique playground for creating and sharing amazing sandscapes on your computer or mobile device. Start pouring away to experience this special sand piling on your screen!

thisissand.com

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Stay organized easily!

With its intuitive interface and powerful features, Goblin Tools helps you stay organized and focused. Categorize tasks by difficulty, enjoy automatic emoji-based organization, access essential tools, and synchronize your lists across devices. Easily export, undo/redo, and manage multiple tasks at once.

Magic ToDo

All devices with the same username and password will synchronise lists. Your list is encrypted on your devices using your username and password. It can not be seen or decrypted by admins or anyone who doesn't have your credentials. Synchronization is not instant, it can take a few seconds for your changes to come through on other devices.

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