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A Model Curriculum And Intructional Program For Native American Studies Grades 11-12, Terry Cosentino
A Model Curriculum And Intructional Program For Native American Studies Grades 11-12, Terry Cosentino
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The purpose of this project was to develop a model curriculum and instructional program for Native American Studies, grades 11 - 12 at Tenino High School, Tenino Washington. To accomplish this purpose a review of related literature was conducted. Additionally, information and materials from selected sources was obtained and analyzed.
Student Lessons To Enhance Reading Comprehension In The Social Studies Content Area, Dianne Marie Daily
Student Lessons To Enhance Reading Comprehension In The Social Studies Content Area, Dianne Marie Daily
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This project consists of lessons designed to increase reading comprehension of fifth grade students in the social studies content area. The lessons are developed based upon a review of research which indicates improved reading comprehension of expository text among students who are taught to use comprehension enhancing strategies. The activities include vocabulary development, text structure awareness, advance organizer usage, and study and reading guide strategy lessons. Additionally, a teacher's guide accompanies the lessons. These lessons are created specifically for use with the Civil War Unit entitled, "A Nation Divided," as found in Macmillan/Mcgraw-Hill's 5th grade social studies text entitled, United …
Schema Theory And Application For The Content Teacher, June Allen Carpenter Darling
Schema Theory And Application For The Content Teacher, June Allen Carpenter Darling
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Schema theory, research, and implications for the classroom were studied. Based on research, teacher resources, and curriculum demands, instruction was designed for a secondary teacher of United States History. During a workshop, four secondary teachers from three districts reacted to research and instruction. A video tape was developed showing schema theory concepts, related research, application for the content teacher, and reactions from secondary teachers. Implications for the content teacher are discussed.