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Project Based Learning – Prince

Posted on July 7, 2017 by irwinea

https://www.edutopia.org/practice/real-world-problem-solving-project-based-solutions https://www.edutopia.org/project-based-learning-student-motivation PROJECT Using a real life question or problem, children design an investigation and representation of their findings to present the audience for which they decide. MATERIALS NEEDED: Computers, chart paper, blank books, poster board, trifold presentation boards, books … Continue reading →

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Cooperative Learning Lessons – Prince

Posted on July 1, 2017 by irwinea

COOPERATIVE LEARNING LESSONS LESSON #1 DESIGNING AND PLANTING A RAISED BED GARDEN ODE EARLY LEARNING STANDARDS: RELATIONSHIPS: PEER RELATIONSHIPS AND INTERACTIONS: STANDARD STATEMENT Interact with peers in more complex pretend play including planning, coordination of roles and cooperation.With modeling and … Continue reading →

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Concept Based Curriculum & Instruction-Prince

Posted on June 26, 2017 by irwinea

The following diagram outlines The Structure of Knowledge framework for what I want the 4-5 year old children to know, understand and be able to do in our Plants as Living Things Unit. AGE GROUP = 4-5 YEARS UNIT TIME … Continue reading →

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Prince – MTV Stategies

Posted on June 18, 2017 by irwinea

Strategy#1 : See-Think-Wonder Age group of children: 3-4 years (preschool age) Ohio Department of Education Early Learning Standards: Strand: Geography Topic:Spatial Thinking and Skills STANDARD STATEMENT Demonstrate a beginning understanding of maps as actual representations of places. Strand:Listening & Speaking … Continue reading →

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