Friday, May 20, 2011

Thematic Curriculum Plan

School Leadership Teams choosing to work on a Comprehensive Thematic Curriculum Plan including the integration of technology into the content area will spend time developing components of a yearlong master calendar plan with written process and timelines including monitoring strategies

10 Key Reasons to Use Thematic Units

1. Increases Effective Use of Computers and Technology
2. Compacts the Curriculum
3. Demonstrates the Interdisciplinary Nature of Learning
4. Increases Student Interest in Learning and Time Engaged
5. Expands your Assessment Strategies
6. Utilizes Collaborative and Cooperative Learning
7. Focuses the Learner on the Mastery of Objectives
8. Integrates Word Processing Skills into Creative Activities
9. Models for Students the Resources Used in Research
10. Can Safely Control Web Access for Students