Transitioning to Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction
Author | : H. Lynn Erickson |
Publisher | : Corwin Press |
Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2013-12-10 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781483339955 |
ISBN-13 | : 1483339955 |
Rating | : 4/5 (55 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: A cutting-edge model for 21st century curriculum and instruction Looking for that one transformative moment when a student’s eyes light up, signaling he or she has finally grasped that big idea behind critical academic content? Concept-based curriculum and instruction is a way to make those moments many. H. Lynn Erickson and Lois Lanning offer new insight on: How to design and implement concept-based curriculum and instruction across all subjects and grade levels Why content and process are two equally important aspects of any effective concept-based curriculum How to ensure students develop the all-important skill of synergistic thinking