What are the cognitive processes and neurodevelopmental constructs involved in the task?

a. This essential question relies on an understanding of cognitive processes and neurodevelopmental constructs. The reason for its placement and phrasing as an essential question is because of the importance of assessing each task with regard to these concepts.

b. If the desire is to further a student in a neurodevelopmental category, then instruction and assessments can be designed for that purpose. The developmental level of any educational material must fit the student’s ability.

c. If the goal is not to specifically develop a neurodevelopmental construct, then knowing which constructs are involved in the task allows the instructor to be aware of possible difficulties that may occur and what they reveal about a student’s abilities. It is also beneficial for the design of instruction and assessment. (Levine, 2002)