1. CE215 Unit 4 Curriculum Models Feel free to chat informally until seminar begins at the top of the hour. Instructor: Elizabeth Crosby (Prof. Beth)

2. Unit 4 Focus This unit focuses on curriculum models and how to create learning environments that encourage students to become actively engaged in activities that are similar to their everyday experiences.

3. 7 Curriculum Models The Montessori Model The Reggio Emilia Model The High Scope Model The Project Approach The Creative Curriculum Model The Waldorf Model The Bank Street Model //Why do you think it is important to be familiar with several curricular models? //What is meant by student-centered learning?

4. The Montessori Model Education is not facts, but rather the ability to think Key Points: learning is student-directed activities are organized for individual work Classroom includes: Sensory and didactic materials, child-size furniture and materials Role of the teacher: Observe and direct, not instruct

5. The Montessori Method http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cR8fQvs3lk8&feature=related Return after 3 minutes to discuss //What is the role of the environment in the Montessori Method? //Why is a there a major emphasis on sensory activities?

6. The Reggio Emilia Model also known as Emergent Curriculum (social, intellectual, moral development) Key Points: in-depth project work –long term Learning based on interests of children children work and play together in small groups families are involved The environment is the ‘third’ teacher Classroom includes: High quality art supplies, mirrors, plants, natural light Role of the teacher: Day-to-day administrator, collaborate with the community, assemble portfolios of student work, teacher is partner or guide

7. Reggio Emilia http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNFYFSa0720&feature=related (video lasts 4 minutes, but return after 3 minutes) //What is one key point you can share about Reggio Emilia?

8. The High Scope Model based on science and hands-on learning helps child provide a learning focus through planning Key Points: Plan-Do-Review (Makes children conscious of their actions and connects language with action) Classroom includes: materials and activities that expose students to key concepts; learning centers Role of the teacher: observe, encourage, and extend a child’s learning; facilitate group time in discussion of what they did during play time

9. High Scope Approach Return after 1 minute to discuss //How does the Plan Do Review method develop learning and vocabulary? http://www.5min.com/Video/The-HighScope-Approach-155908242

10. The Project Approach Key Points: Students drive investigation of topics of their interest and present what they have learned in a manner in which they choose 4 Key Learning Goals: knowledge, skills, disposition, feelings 3 Phases of the process: Planning, Investigation, Culmination Classroom includes: Graphing, Measuring, Drawing, Labeling, Writing, Signs, Role playing, Problem-solving, Seeking answers to questions, Building replicas Role of the teacher: observe students; facilitate and support investigations

11. The Project Approach //Why is the Project Approach ideal for young learners? Return after 1 minute (post 3 reasons) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KCU775GpK3A

12. The Creative Curriculum Model Key Points Based on 6 developmental theorists’ work, brain research, and learning and resiliency Children have choices and determine how they will learn Predictable, structured day Classroom includes: play materials that support and challenge children’s abilities and are easily accessible to students; problem-solving and risk-taking opportunities Role of the teacher: observe, guide, assess

13. The Creative Curriculum Approach Return after 2 minutes to share one idea from this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPmVQPiP9MY&feature=related

14. The Waldorf Model K-12 alternative education movement music, storytelling, holistic approach Key Points: Stresses the development of the child’s body, mind, and spirit Promote healthy, unhurried learning experiences based on developmental level 3 Essential phases of development (imitation; imagination; truth, discrimination, and judgment) Spiritually-based pedagogy No formal instruction or assessment until the age of 7 Classroom includes: homelike environment with no plastic toys, academic materials or modern technology like computers or video players found in the environment Role of the teacher: designer of the classroom; facilitator of experiences

15. The Waldorf Method Return after 3:30 minutes 5 minutes http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wwosNRTadaM&feature=related //What are some of the differences between Waldorf and traditional education?

16. The Bank Street Model Key Points: Emphasizes development of the ‘whole child’ Social studies and learning trips are the core of the curriculum Child-directed play Classroom includes: opportunity to be part of a democratic community; learning centers Role of the teacher: facilitates class meetings and group activities, but emphasizes independent, productive play

17. The Bank Street Model 3:20 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gpx8oPFYvrU //What do we mean by educating the whole child?

18. Thinking about your curriculum plans and methods you would use… //What key ingredients help young children learn?

19. Why is it important for programs to have a curriculum model? Benefits Provides guideline for teachers Parents want to know how their children are being taught Show that curriculum is research-based Challenges Choosing what it will be based on Incorporating everything that needs to be addressed Making sure all teachers are properly trained and are following curriculum guidelines

20. Final Thoughts… //What is one key idea that you learned tonight about classroom planning?

21. Thank you for attending our live seminar this week on models of instruction. I appreciate your contributions! Any questions?