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Integrating Expeditionary Learning Philosophy And Principles Into The Middle School Social Studies Curriculum, Paul Andrew George
Integrating Expeditionary Learning Philosophy And Principles Into The Middle School Social Studies Curriculum, Paul Andrew George
All Graduate Projects
The purpose of this project was to create a handbook of activities for eighth grade social studies teachers that are based on expeditionary principles, philosophy and pedagogical practices. A review of the literature focused on the academic and social implications of integrating expeditionary philosophy and practices into an academic enviornment. A model learning expedition was provided accompanied by various forms of assessment strategies and methods.
Honors Program For The 7th Grade Language Arts / Social Studies Block Classroom, Rachel Lewis Ulmer
Honors Program For The 7th Grade Language Arts / Social Studies Block Classroom, Rachel Lewis Ulmer
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The focus for this project is to establish a curriculum outline as well as develop appropriate supplementary projects for a seventh-grade Language Arts/Social Studies Honors program. The rationale behind such a program is discussed, as well as outlining the program structure. This includes student selection, entry, and expulsion from the program. There are seven units outlined, each of which has unit goals, activity descriptions, and project information and materials.
An Adaptive Curriculum Students With Special Needs, John E. Janke
An Adaptive Curriculum Students With Special Needs, John E. Janke
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The purpose of this project was to adapt existing social studies program materials for use with students with special needs in selected Washington State middle/junior high school. To accomplish this purpose, a comprehensive literature review of research related to social studies curricular and students with special needs was conducted. Existing curriculum was adapted, with special attention given to Washington State Essential Academic Learning Requirements (EALR) requirements. The project materials relate to European history from ancient to modern times, and may be a model for adapting other materials by other teachers.
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 …
Whole Language Based Strategies For Teaching Reading In The Content Areas, Ingrid Annemarie Spencer
Whole Language Based Strategies For Teaching Reading In The Content Areas, Ingrid Annemarie Spencer
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The purpose of this project was to develop a thematic unit for use in a sixth grade classroom. The unit provides a whole language, integrated curriculum concentrating on ancient Greece. Fifteen lessons were developed for use with a social studies text to teach reading strategies to a class of sixth graders. The project includes a review of selected literature related to the topics of whole language instruction, thematic units, integration, and an explanation of how to utilize the project in a sixth grade classroom. A summary with conclusions and recommendations was included.
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.
Teach The World: Lessons About The Real World, Robert David Paine
Teach The World: Lessons About The Real World, Robert David Paine
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This project is a compilation of 24 personalized cultural geography lessons about the real world. It was developed utilizing travel and living experiences which occurred to me during a 20-year period of my teaching life. The focus of the lessons is the removal of the students from their place and a gaining of perspectives of other people in other places. The lessons are suitable for secondary students and concentrate on the areas of geography, economics, planetary degradation, culture, and religion. Research can be found which supports the study of global education as a basis for a more enlightened and productive …
Adapting The Outcome-Based Education Instructional Process To A Fourth Grade Social Studies And Science Curriculum In The Cascade School District, Daniel J. Roche
Adapting The Outcome-Based Education Instructional Process To A Fourth Grade Social Studies And Science Curriculum In The Cascade School District, Daniel J. Roche
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The purpose of this project was to utilize the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) instructional process to develop a curriculum in social studies and science for fourth grade students at Osborn Elementary School, Leavenworth, Washington. To accomplish this purpose, student learning objectives, unit objectives, lesson objectives, and lesson plans were adapted to the OBE instructional model.
Literature-Based Social Studies Learning Activities For First Grade Students In The Selah School District, Selah, Washington, Bonnie D. Isom
Literature-Based Social Studies Learning Activities For First Grade Students In The Selah School District, Selah, Washington, Bonnie D. Isom
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The purpose of this project was to develop literaturebased social studies learning activities to be used with first grade students in the Selah School District. To accomplish this purpose, literature-based social studies learning activities for first grade students were gathered and developed for inclusion in a teacher resource packet. Appropriately used, children's literature can enhance learning in social studies and lead to increased teacher effectiveness.
A Model For Developing A Curriculum Database, Allan W. Pfiffner
A Model For Developing A Curriculum Database, Allan W. Pfiffner
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This paper presents a computer file of non-cataloged media for teaching Social Studies in the Franklin Pierce School District's elementary schools. The file is maintained by the use of a minicomputer database. Materials are drawn from the file by descriptors used to describe the contents of the item. The database file was used to enhance the teaching of Social Studies by first, saving the teachers time in locating materials, and second, helping point out other items they may not have known existed in the district.
A Curriculum Enrichment Guide For Special Education Teachers To Aid In Developing Strategies To Teach Social Studies, Claudia Moody Wiggins
A Curriculum Enrichment Guide For Special Education Teachers To Aid In Developing Strategies To Teach Social Studies, Claudia Moody Wiggins
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A curriculum enrichment guide was developed to help intermediate special education teachers to adapt social studies material to meet the needs of each individual special education student. Eight supplemental units were developed to be used in conjunction with the Follett Social Studies text Exploring Our World: The Americas, level 5, (Ahlschwede, 1977). Each unit included: 1) key concepts; 2) vocabulary; 3) strategies for instruction; and 4) student involvement.
The Orient In Elementary School Social Studies, Judith Rogers
The Orient In Elementary School Social Studies, Judith Rogers
All Master's Theses
It was the purpose of this investigation (1) to make a study of the Oriental Studies content suggested in textbooks, curriculum guides, and "new social studies programs" used extensively in elementary schools in the state of Washington, and (2) to develop suggested Oriental Studies content for elementary schools, with particular grade level specifications, keeping in mind the changing social structures of our society.
Enrichment Activities In Arithmetic, Social Studies, And Sciece For The Gifted Intermediate Graduate Student, Walter Ned Croshaw
Enrichment Activities In Arithmetic, Social Studies, And Sciece For The Gifted Intermediate Graduate Student, Walter Ned Croshaw
Graduate Student Research Papers
This paper is offered as a starting point for the teacher seeking challenging, creative activities for the gifted child. It is hoped that suggestions contained herein can be adapted to meet classroom situations and serve as inspiration for new and better activities. Due to the limited space available, emphasis will be laid on enrichment activities in arithmetic, social studies, and science. The language and fine arts offer limitless opportunities for enrichment. Arithmetic, social studies, and science also offer excellent enrichment opportunities, but often these are not so evident as in other areas. For that reason, an effort will be made …
The Role Of Audio-Visual Materials In Third Grade Social Studies, Lu Emma Olberding
The Role Of Audio-Visual Materials In Third Grade Social Studies, Lu Emma Olberding
Graduate Student Research Papers
This study investigated literature in order to determine more fully the role of audio-visual materials in the third grade social studies program--their uses as well as their limitations.
The Festival Of Nations, Amanda Katherine Hebeler
The Festival Of Nations, Amanda Katherine Hebeler
All Faculty Scholarship for the College of Education and Professional Studies
The Festival of Nations, an all-school activity of the Edison Elementary School of the Washington State Normal School at Ellensburg, has through three years of experience proved itself very rich in social learnings. The festival idea began when a bazaar was suggested as a means of earning money to meet the special activity needs of the school. The teachers agreed that any project used to raise funds should also be of real educational value. It should be related, so far as possible, to the interests of the children in grades two to six inclusive, since these would be the groups …