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Eco-Math: Creating A Model Curriculum For Teaching Mathematics In The Context Of Environmental Education, Christina Joy Merz Jan 2012

Eco-Math: Creating A Model Curriculum For Teaching Mathematics In The Context Of Environmental Education, Christina Joy Merz

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The purpose of developing this project was to show teachers that environmental education themes and activities can be effectively integrated with mathematics concepts in upper elementary and middle school classroom settings. Teachers are expected to meet with increased demands, state and national standards, and raise the levels of student achievement, yet they are given few resources with which to do so.


Addressing Second And Third Grade California Science And Social Science Content Standards Through Environmental Literature, Denise Truex Hatfield Jan 2006

Addressing Second And Third Grade California Science And Social Science Content Standards Through Environmental Literature, Denise Truex Hatfield

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In response to the federal legislation No Child Left Behind, schools across the country implemented required reading programs for classroom instruction. Open Court's Reading program meets this criterion for many schools. The text in Open Court Reading for grades two and three was evaluated for science and social science content standards that would be supportive of environmental education. Supplemental lessons from Project Learning Tree, Project WILD, and Project WET were identified.


Effects Of Using Educational Robotics At The Elementary School Level, Vega Rishelline Anne Flores Jan 2006

Effects Of Using Educational Robotics At The Elementary School Level, Vega Rishelline Anne Flores

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The purpose of this research was to learn more about the uses and benefits of educational robotics in an elementary school curriculum.


A Model For Instructional Integration For Science And English-Language Development, Patricia Diane Andreano Jan 2005

A Model For Instructional Integration For Science And English-Language Development, Patricia Diane Andreano

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This project recommends a professional development model for the integration of language arts and science skills to improve the literacy and scientific proficiency of elementary students, specifically English language learners. The goal is to prepare students to score well on the fluency aspects of the advanced levels of the California English Language Development Test (CELDT).


The Effectiveness Of Integrating Technology Into Science Eduaction (Sic) Compared To The Traditional Science Classroom, Kimberly Ann Sigears Jan 2002

The Effectiveness Of Integrating Technology Into Science Eduaction (Sic) Compared To The Traditional Science Classroom, Kimberly Ann Sigears

Theses Digitization Project

The goal of this project is to assist the teacher in integrating technology into a seventh grade science classroom, with an emphasis on the human body systems. Through the integration of technology into science education, this project aided in enhancing the learning environment, while motivating students to become more active participants in their learning experience.


Development Of A Life Science Curriculum For Kindergarten And First Grade Reflecting The Theories Of Multiple Intelligence And Brain-Based Learning, Barbara Jean Dudeck Jan 2001

Development Of A Life Science Curriculum For Kindergarten And First Grade Reflecting The Theories Of Multiple Intelligence And Brain-Based Learning, Barbara Jean Dudeck

Theses Digitization Project

The purpose of this project was to address the need for making the subject matter of life science accessible to all kindergarten and first grade students.


Integrating Fractions Into A Constructivist Classroom, Lorelee Ann Greek Jan 1997

Integrating Fractions Into A Constructivist Classroom, Lorelee Ann Greek

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No abstract provided.


Mathematics Curriculum Implementation For The Sixth Grade, Steven Anthony Knap Jan 1995

Mathematics Curriculum Implementation For The Sixth Grade, Steven Anthony Knap

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No abstract provided.


Integrating Mathematics In The Primary Classroom, Nancy Jean Baker Jan 1994

Integrating Mathematics In The Primary Classroom, Nancy Jean Baker

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No abstract provided.


Creating A Child-Centered Integrated Science/Language Arts Curriculum Using A Year-Long Theme, Isabel Ann Pickett Jan 1993

Creating A Child-Centered Integrated Science/Language Arts Curriculum Using A Year-Long Theme, Isabel Ann Pickett

Theses Digitization Project

Whole language philosophy


Integrating Science Through Literature, Debra J. Pender Jan 1992

Integrating Science Through Literature, Debra J. Pender

Theses Digitization Project

Whole language method--Integration of science and literature--Language centered orientation--Integrated curriculum.