The Language Arts/English Language programme developed for the National Standards Curriculum (NSC) is underpinned by the general theory of learner-centredness which is specified in the National Education Strategic Plan (2011-2020). This plan clearly outlines the following objective: “Develop learner-centred and competency-based curricula at all levels.” (pg. 44). The learner is, therefore, at the core ofContinue reading “Language Arts for the NSC”
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The National Standards Curriculum (NSC)
The National Standards Curriculum (NSC) may and can be seen as a dynamic, challenging, inspiring and inclusive curriculum for the 21st Century learner. This design of the new NSC represents a major transformation for the Jamaican education system. There is now a paradigm shift from a content/knowledge -based education sphere to a more competency-based system,Continue reading “The National Standards Curriculum (NSC)”
Sequenced Integration
Using the sequenced model, topics and units are taught independently, but they are arranged and sequenced to provide a framework for related concepts. This model views the curriculum through eyeglasses; the lenses are separate but connected by a common frame. Teachers arrange topics so that similar units coincide or articulate. For example, in a self-containedContinue reading “Sequenced Integration”
Nested Integration
Nested Integration Model Overview 3-D Glasses = multiple dimensions to one learning activity and/or unit. Clusters several skills and cross curricular competencies within a targeted single subject area and outcome. Nested integration takes advantage of natural combinations. It gives the curriculum a three-dimensional glass view, targeting multiple dimensions of a lesson. In this model integrationContinue reading “Nested Integration”
Connected Integration
The connected model is view of the curriculum through an opera glass. This model of the curriculum focuses on the details, subtleties, and interconnections within an individual discipline; providing a close-up, so to speak within one discipline. This model a simple form of integration, it is focuses on making connections within each subject area (i.e.,Continue reading “Connected Integration”
Integrating the Curriculum
The Fragmented Model The fragmented model is a traditional design of curriculum. This Model organize the curriculum in such a way that dictates and separate topics and courses into distinct disciplines. In this model, the curriculum is viewed through a periscope, offering one sighting at a time: one directed focus on a single discipline (subjectContinue reading “Integrating the Curriculum”
Curriculum Integration
The mission of every teacher and learners at all levels should be to help young minds discover roots running underground contrary and remote things cohere and flower out from one stem. Learning through games, exploring, investigation and self discovery. To the young mind everything is individual, stands by itself. By and by, it finds howContinue reading “Curriculum Integration”
Social Studies Lesson Plans – Grades 4, 5 and 6
Aims of Social Studies The study of Social Studies should enable students to: understand the facts, concepts, principles and perspectives that make up Social Studies acquire skills and competencies, which will enable them, to examine and analyze concepts related to culture and the physical environment as well as to appreciate the symbiotic nature of theContinue reading “Social Studies Lesson Plans – Grades 4, 5 and 6”
STEM in the National Standards Curriculum
The 21st Century brings with it new challenges which we must face and overcome if we are to survive as a nation. The imperatives of the present and the future require that we create a nation of critical thinkers and problem solvers. To achieve this goal we must change the way we teach to usingContinue reading “STEM in the National Standards Curriculum”
Mathematics Lesson Plans – Grades 4, 5 and 6
Term 1 Unit 1 – AimsThe study of Mathematics should enable students to: Acquire the necessary mathematical skills and learn concepts that will be used in real life situations and related disciplines. Develop the necessary processes for the acquisition and application of mathematical concepts and skills. Recognise and integrate mathematical ideas with other disciplines. DevelopContinue reading “Mathematics Lesson Plans – Grades 4, 5 and 6”
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