Bonnie Koba - Higher Order Thinking (HOT) Schools

The video discusses the Connecticut HOT Schools program, emphasizing the importance of arts in education. It outlines the program's three core components: strong arts, arts integration, and Democratic practice. The video highlights teacher-artist collaborations and the impact of arts on student engagement and learning. It also covers the professional development opportunities provided by HOT Schools, such as the HOT School Summer Institute, and the positive outcomes of implementing these practices in schools.

What are the three core components of the Connecticut HOT Schools program?

• Math, science, and technology

• Strong arts, arts integration, and democratic practice

• Physical education, health, and wellness

• Reading, writing, and arithmetic

How does arts integration benefit students in HOT schools?

• By integrating arts into all subjects to enhance learning

• By replacing traditional subjects with arts

• By focusing solely on artistic skills

• By limiting arts to extracurricular activities

What is an example of a teacher-artist collaboration in HOT schools?

• A math teacher teaching dance

• A theater artist helping students learn about Egyptian culture through shadow puppetry

• A science teacher conducting a music class

• An art teacher leading a sports team

What does democratic practice in HOT schools emphasize?

• Elimination of student choice

• Strict teacher control over all decisions

• Shared leadership and student responsibility

• Focus on standardized testing

How does shared leadership benefit students in HOT schools?

• It increases student responsibility and decision-making

• It reduces student engagement

• It limits teacher involvement

• It creates chaos in the classroom

What is the HOT School Summer Institute?

• A sports training program

• A week-long residential conference for teachers

• A music festival

• A summer camp for students

What is the purpose of the professional development opportunities in HOT schools?

• To provide teachers with practical strategies and tools

• To focus solely on arts education

• To limit teacher collaboration

• To replace traditional teaching methods

How do HOT schools address different learning styles?

• By ignoring individual learning needs

• By emphasizing rote memorization

• By using arts to engage various learning styles

• By focusing only on visual learning

What impact do HOT schools have on student attendance?

• Attendance decreases

• Attendance is not affected

• Attendance remains the same

• Attendance increases

What is the ultimate goal of HOT schools in terms of student development?

• To create passive learners

• To focus solely on academic achievement

• To limit student creativity

• To develop imaginative and responsible decision-makers