II.                  Possible Methods of Starting a Unit 

8.Methods   

   used to  

   introduce 

  unit and

  engage

  students

Score______

There are fewer than 3 ways to start the unit or those included are unclear, minimally motivating, or not related to unit goals. Explanation for selecting starting methods is missing or does not relate to students’ life experiences. 

There are at least three clear and valid ways to introduce the unit.  Explanation for selecting starting methods relates minimally to students’ life experiences. 

There are at least three clear, valid, and motivating ways to introduce the unit.  Explanation for selecting starting methods relates to students’ life experiences. 

There are at least five clear, valid, and highly motivating ways to introduce the unit. Explanation for selecting starting methods reveals strong relevancy to students’ life experiences.