1. ACE Collaborative FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE Examples Example A&I, E&R, and UKM Lessons for Units

2. 4 th Grade LA Unit Concept: Theme in Short Stories Unit Concept: Theme in Short Stories Unit Goal: SWBAT describe the theme and elements of a theme in a short story. Unit Goal: SWBAT describe the theme and elements of a theme in a short story. A & I SWBAT define theme as it relates to Short Stories SWBAT identify how aspects of setting contribute to theme. SWBAT explain how a character’s actions contribute to theme. SWBAT relate the plot of a story to its theme. SWBAT describe common themes & thematic elements in short stories. Traditional Test

3. 4 th Grade LA Unit Concept: Theme in Short Stories Unit Concept: Theme in Short Stories Unit Goal: SWBAT describe the theme and elements of a theme in a short story. Unit Goal: SWBAT describe the theme and elements of a theme in a short story. E & R UKM SWBAT create a story based off of a given theme. SWBAT relate story elements from various stories to theme. SWBAT describe the theme of a short story by illustrating the theme of a chosen story.

4. 7 th Grade US History (up to 1865) Unit Concept: The Civil War – A House Divided Unit Concept: The Civil War – A House Divided Unit Goal: SWBAT analyze President Lincoln’s actions and their impact on preserving the Union. Unit Goal: SWBAT analyze President Lincoln’s actions and their impact on preserving the Union. A & I SWBAT describe the causes of the birth of the Confederacy. SWBAT compare and contrast the strengths and weaknesses of the Union and Confederacy SWBAT analyze the impact of the Emancipation Proclamation. SWBAT analyze the causes of General Lee’s surrender. Traditional Test

5. 7 th Grade US History (up to 1865) Unit Concept: The Civil War – A House Divided Unit Concept: The Civil War – A House Divided Unit Goal: SWBAT analyze President Lincoln’s actions and their impact on preserving the Union. Unit Goal: SWBAT analyze President Lincoln’s actions and their impact on preserving the Union. E & R UKM SWBAT compare the Civil War’s impact on men, women, and African Americans. SWBAT analyze primary and secondary sources to explain the causes and effects of President Lincoln’s assassination. SWBAT predict President Lincoln’s response to Maryland’s potential secession.

6. HS Physics Unit Concept: Wave Properties & Uses Unit Concept: Wave Properties & Uses Unit Goal: SWBAT use mathematical relationships to describe the relationship among wave characteristics. Unit Goal: SWBAT use mathematical relationships to describe the relationship among wave characteristics. A & I SWBAT analyze properties of different wave types. SWBAT conduct an investigation to determine a mathematical relationship among frequency, wavelength, and speed of waves. SWBAT analyze the effects of reflection, refraction, and diffraction on wave propagation.. Traditional Test

7. HS Physics E & R UKM SWBAT analyze the effects of constructive and destructive interference on wave properties. SWBAT evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of digital transmission and storage of information given criteria. SWBAT analyze problems with customers’ cell phones using concepts of waves and wave interactions. Unit Concept: Wave Properties & Uses Unit Concept: Wave Properties & Uses Unit Goal: SWBAT use mathematical relationships to describe the relationship among wave characteristics. Unit Goal: SWBAT use mathematical relationships to describe the relationship among wave characteristics.

8. Logical progression of lesson plan objectives that increase in critical thinking levels Lessons that help students acquire & integrate new core knowledge Traditional Test Lessons that help students extend, refine & use knowledge Holistic Performance Assessment