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

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.

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?

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

The Montessori Method 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?

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

Reggio Emilia (video lasts 4 minutes, but return after 3 minutes) //What is one key point you can share about Reggio Emilia?

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

High Scope Approach Return after 1 minute to discuss //How does the Plan Do Review method develop learning and vocabulary?

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

The Project Approach //Why is the Project Approach ideal for young learners? Return after 1 minute (post 3 reasons)

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

The Creative Curriculum Approach Return after 2 minutes to share one idea from this video.

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

The Waldorf Method Return after 3:30 minutes 5 minutes //What are some of the differences between Waldorf and traditional education?

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

The Bank Street Model 3:20 //What do we mean by educating the whole child?

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

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

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

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