Bloom's Taxonomy and the Big 6 TM

I have used Bloom’s Taxonomy for several years whereas the Big 6TM is a fairly new concept for me. The main relationship I see between Bloom’s Taxonomy and the Big6TM is the upward movement of the questioning that is used. The student starts on an upward spiral that doesn’t stop until they reach the top level of their thinking. This, to me, is what has always been the best part about Bloom’s and now the Big 6TM as well. Bloom’s and the Big6TM are used as organizers; however, this is why they are so valuable. The majority of teachers know the types of questions to ask to get students thinking more; however, it can be hard to go from A to D without some assistance. Both of these models provide the assistance that educators have been looking for. The Big 6TM provides the organizer that I need to make sure my lessons provide every step of the way while Bloom’s Taxonomy provide the language that my students need every step of the way.

Bloom's Taxonomy-Oct 7-13, 2007

I have always been a huge fan of using Bloom's Taxonomy in my classroom. I believe that using the levels and the words help ensure that I'm reaching multiple levels with my students. I can also target a path with my students, so that they receive the help they need along the way to develop a better understanding of the content. I didn't realize until this week that Bloom's has been revised. Now I am anxious to recreate my questions at the new levels and try them with my classes. I'm curious as to the results that I receive from my students.

Thanks!