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Step
Explanation
Level
3. Inquiry questions
Identify the key inquiry questions for comprehension and key issues
for constructing the knowledge.
2
4. Test conditions
With the framework in place, test the conditions of the structure; explore
the assumptions/logic of the knowledge model with critical thinking.
2
5. Familiar context
Transfer and apply the knowledge to a familiar context to enrich
understanding.
low 3
6. Similar context
Transfer and apply the knowledge to another context that is similar.
low 3
7. Distant context
Transfer and apply the knowledge to a context that is some distance
from the original context.
3
8. Unfamiliar
context
Transfer and apply the knowledge in a totally unfamiliar context with
the teacher acting as consultant.
3
9. Generalize
Independently make a generalization of the new knowledge.
4
Scenario:
Changing the oil in a car
Step
Watch it Work!
Level
1. Informational
base
Identify the tools required to change the oil. Find three possible
facilities at which to change the oil; know how to add and measure
engine oil; know the type of oil filter required, etc.
1
2. Prior knowledge
Determine the prior knowledge about the need for lubricants in ma-
chinery, the basics of engine oil systems, and the purpose of the filter.
2
3. Inquiry questions
What are the reasons for the order of the steps involved in changing
oil? What would happen if a particular step were left out of the process?
What happens to the old oil?
2
4. Test conditions
What would happen if there were less/more oil than recommended?
2
5. Familiar context
Demonstrate or explain in detail how to change the oil in your own car.
low 3
6. Similar context
Demonstrate or explain in detail how to change the oil in a pickup
truck.
low 3
7. Distant context
Demonstrate/explain in detail how to change the oil in a riding lawn
mower.
3
8. Unfamiliar context
Explain why there is no need to change the oil in a chain saw engine.
3
9. Generalize
Discuss possible means to provide lubrication in a wide range of
machines from air-conditioner units to turbo-jet engines.
4
1.2 Applying the LPM: Math and Metacognition