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Download full textRosenthal, Lisa; Michaelson, Andrea – 2000
This paper addresses how educators can encourage elementary-age children to develop critical thinking skills and creativity while also meeting educational standards and maintaining learning goals. The paper notes that a comprehensive curriculum: (1) honors the role of all participantsteachers, children, and parents; (2) engages children in…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Smith, Jaimie; Karr-Kidwell, PJ – 2000
The purpose of this paper was to provide a literary review and to create a manual explaining the difference between an interdisciplinary curriculum and other curriculum approaches. An interdisciplinary curriculum is a holistic approach that links the disciplines by emphasizing relationships and connections. A different approach to curriculum…
Descriptors: Administrator Guides, Administrator Role, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Butzin, Sarah M. – Computing Teacher, 1990
Describes Project CHILD (Computers Helping Instruction and Learning Development), a computer-integrated learning system for elementary schools developed at Florida State University. Topics discussed include restructuring the grades and the curriculum; changing roles of teachers, students, and parents; motivation; time on task; cost-effective use…
Descriptors: Computer Assisted Instruction, Cost Effectiveness, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education
Turner Unified School District 202, Kansas City, KS. – 1972
Through a series of sequential statements, the booklet reconstructs the development of the Individualized Instruction in Family Living Project. Intended for elementary and secondary level students, the project's main objectives are: (1) to improve student self-image and understanding; (2) to acquaint students with value clarification; and (3) to…
Descriptors: Career Education, Community Role, Consumer Education, Curriculum Development
Paulu, Nancy – 1994
The third conference on improving mathematics and science assessment brought together more than 550 educators, researchers, and policymakers. Recommendations and information from the conference are incorporated into this report. Conference consensus was that students must recognize that there is more to assessment than grades and scores and begin…
Descriptors: Alternative Assessment, Curriculum Development, Educational Assessment, Educational Change
Peer reviewedHarris, Patricia – Australian Journal of Early Childhood, 1996
Addresses the need for teachers in socioeconomically disadvantaged schools to change classroom practice. Examines the disparity between home and school environments, using critical social theory. Describes curriculum negotiation as an active, relevant process, focusing on creating classroom environments that empower students. Discusses the skills…
Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Curriculum, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development
