Session 3 includes an interactive video presentation about building curriculum that aligns to quality standards for diverse learners through Thematic Curriculum (TC) and Project Based Learning (PBL). Sample plans are provided along with blank lesson planning forms to create a theme and aligned project for a teaching lab and discussion.After completing the session return to the Early Education Development Home Page to browse other course offerings.
If this course is being taken to document Professional Development hours, use the checklist on the menu to the left.
This narrated interactive video presentation below will summarize the Diversity and ELD course and how to develop a thematic project based curriculum. Please review the curricula samples. (Adobe Flash Player is required to view these presentations.) Click on the title to load the presentation:
The next step is to apply the curriculum in the classroom and reflect on what worked and what needs adjustment. Below are three examples using a "Medieval Times" theme with "Great Joust" project, adapted for different age groups and three blank form to use for practice.
Blank Planning forms:
The following Teaching Lab can be used for self-paced learners, groups in-person or online. If this course is being taken to document Professional Development hours, use the checklist on the left to document course activity completion.
Recommended directions for online learners would be:
"Post your response [in the discussion section]. Once you have responded to both questions, post a reply to two other learners. You may choose to respond to learners who have posted about the same child scenario or others."
The following Project can be used for self-paced learners, groups in-person or online. If this course is being taken to document Professional Development hours, use the checklist on the left to document course activity completion.
Recommended directions for online learners would be:
"Post your response [in the discussion section]. Once you have responded to both questions, post a reply to two other learners. You may choose to respond to learners who have posted about the same child scenario or others."