Learning Menu Definition

 

A type of  differentiated lesson in which students choose three different activities in each of the following categories:

1. An Appetizer (warm up activity)
2. An Entree (main activity)
3. A Dessert (summary activity)

 

Layered Curriculum is a variation of a learning menu. The Layered-Curriculum approach features a 3-layer model that requires students to use higher level thinking skills as they work through the layers.  The layers are often connected to grades. Students are awarded points only for learning rather than simply "doing" assignments which is  accomplished through individual oral defense, or small group discussion of all assignments.

• The C Layer is the basic layer of competency and reflects what all students must do.  If students successfully complete the tasks required in the C Layer, they earn a C grade.  These activities typically ask students to collect factual information.
• The B Layer provides students with the opportunity to apply, manipulate, and play with the information they gathered while completing the C Layer activities.  Students who successfully complete the C and B Layers can earn a B grade.
• The A Layer asks students to think critically about an issue.  It consists of questions that ask students to analyze a topic.  frequently, no right or wrong answer exists.  Students who successfully complete C, B, and A Layers can earn an A grade.