Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction: Teaching Beyond the Facts (Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction Series)

New Foreword by Carol Ann Tomlinson "It is the clearest approach I have seen for helping teachers distinguish the difference between concepts and facts. I will recommend it everywhere." Heidi Hayes Jacob Curriculum Designers, Inc. "A lucid and helpful volume, very much what people need to move beyond simplistic teaching." Grant P. Wiggins Learning by Design, Inc. This book is the ideal companion to Erickson′s landmarkStirring the Head, Heart, and Soul, Second Edition. Here, the author explores concept-based learning on a more in-depth level across disciplines and grade levels. Teachers can use the specific strategies to create a seamless learning program that teaches students the skills they really need to think conceptually and to solve problems in today′s complex, changing world. Learn how to Take learning beyond the facts Facilitate deep understanding and knowledge Develop conceptual systems in the brain to process new information Meet higher academic standards related to content knowledge, process abilities, quality performance, and school-to-work transitions Align your curriculum with state and national standards and establish appropriate performance assessments This excellent resource for K-12 teachers, teacher educators, curriculum designers, and staff developers contains numerous charts and figures that enable readers to put the book to immediate use.
ASIN: 0761946403
VSKU: RDV.0761946403.A
Condition: Acceptable
Author/Artist:Erickson, H. Lynn
Binding: Paperback
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Condition Notes: This book is a well used but readable copy. Integrity of the book is still intact with no missing pages. May have notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer.