Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom (Multimedia Kit)

1. Auflage 2009
ISBN: 978-1-4129-2533-4
Verlag: Corwin

Buch, Englisch, 96 Seiten, Multimedia Kit, Format (B × H): 243 mm x 319 mm, Gewicht: 1170 g

Designed around H. Lynn Erickson's bestseller, this comprehensive multimedia presentation offers staff developers the necessary materials to help teachers engage the minds and emotions of students and nurture critical and creative learning skills. Facilitators will be able to demonstrate how conceptual thinking increases depth of learning and lead discussions about:

- Comparing traditional two-dimensional curriculum/instruction models with a concept-based, three-dimensional model

- Applying the structure of knowledge to improve teaching and learning

- Scaffolding thinking to promote understanding and knowledge transfer

- Defining the head teachers's role in implementing a concept-based model

Includes: DVD (102 min.), Facilitator's Guide, CD-ROM, Companion Book

Autoren/Hrsg.

Erickson, H. Lynn

Fachgebiete

• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Pädagogik Pädagogische Psychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Psychologie Allgemeine Psychologie Entwicklungspsychologie Pädagogische Psychologie
• Sozialwissenschaften Pädagogik Lehrerausbildung, Unterricht & Didaktik Methoden des Lehrens und Lernens

Inhaltsverzeichnis

About the Author
How to Use the Guide
How to Use the DVD
Additional Resourcse for Facilitators
Introduction
1. The Thinking Classroom
Summary
DVD Chapter: The Thinking Classroom
Background for Facilitator
Discussion Questions
Workshop Learning Experiences
Practical Applications
2. The Structure of Knowledge
Summary
DVD Chapter: The Structure of Knowledge
Background for Facilitator
Discussion Questions
Workshop Learning Experiences
Practical Applications
3. Meeting Academic Standards With Integrity
Summary
Facilitator Background
Discussion Questions
Practical Applications
4. Designing Concept-Based Units and Lessons
Summary
DVD Chapter: Designing Concept-Based Units and Lessons
Facilitator Background
Discussion Questions
Practical Applications
5. Concept-Based Instruction
Summary
DVD Chapter: Concept-Based Instruction
Background Information
Discussion Questions
Practical Applications
6. Leadership Roles
Summary
DVD Chapter: Leadership Roles
Facilitator Background
Discussion Questions
Practical Applications
Overheads to Support Discussions
Handouts for Learning Experiences
Resource A
Resource B
Sample Workshop Agendas
Agenda: Half-Day Workshop
Agenda: One-Day Workshop
Agenda: Two-Day Workshop
Day 2 of the Workshop
Workshop Evaluation Form

Über Autor(innen)

Erickson, H. Lynn
H. Lynn Erickson, Ed.D., is an independent consultant assisting schools and districts with concept-based curriculum design and instruction. During the past 20 years Lynn has worked extensively with K-12 teachers and administrators on the design of classroom and district level curricula aligned to academic standards and national requirements. She was a consultant to the International Baccalaureate Organization for the development of the Middle Years Programme—the Next Chapter.

Lynn is the author of three best-selling books, Stirring the Head, Heart and Soul: Redefining Curriculum and Instruction, 3rd edition ©2008; Concept-based Curriculum and Instruction: Teaching Beyond the Facts, ©2002; and Transitioning to Concept-based Curriculum and Instruction: How to Bring Content and Process Together, co-authored with Dr. Lois Lanning, © 2014, Corwin Press Publishers. This publication, co-authored with Lois Lanning and Rachel French is the 2nd edition of Lynn’s popular book, Concept-based Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom: Teaching Beyond the Facts. She also has a chapter in Robert Marzano’s book, On Excellence in Teaching, ©2010, Solution Tree Press.

Lynn is an internationally recognized presenter/consultant in the areas of concept-based curriculum design, and teaching for deep understanding. She has worked as a teacher, principal, curriculum director, adjunct professor, and educational consultant over a long career. In addition to her work in the United States, Lynn has presented and trained educators across the world in different regions and countries including Asia, Australia, South America, Canada, the United Kingdom, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Austria, China, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Cyprus.

Lynn currently lives in Everett, Washington with her family. She and Ken have two children, and two grandsons, Trevor and Connor, who continually stir her heart and soul.