- 3 Credits - 3 Semester Credits(post-baccalaureate PD credits for re-certification andpay-lane increases)accredited nationwidestart any timeup to 5 months to completeindependent studyall course materials included with course tuitionview FAQCourse DescriptionThis course will present educators with the techniques for concept-based curriculum and instruction for the thinking classroom. Teachers will examine the latest brain research and learning theory as well reviewing academic standards to contextualize them into the curriculum. Examples are explained in the numerous figures and charts that show how to adapt instructional materials and sample lessons are also provided to teachers. Educators will develop writings, lessons and activities that incorporate concept based
- 3 Credits -
3 Semester Credits
(post-baccalaureate
PD credits for re-certification and
pay-lane increases)
- accredited nationwide
- start any time
- up to 5 months to complete
- independent study
- all course materials included with course tuition
- view FAQ
Course Description
This course will present educators with the techniques for concept-based curriculum and instruction for the thinking classroom. Teachers will examine the latest brain research and learning theory as well reviewing academic standards to contextualize them into the curriculum. Examples are explained in the numerous figures and charts that show how to adapt instructional materials and sample lessons are also provided to teachers. Educators will develop writings, lessons and activities that incorporate concept based techniques into their instructional units for classroom implementation.
Teacher feedback about this course
$425
3 Semester Graduate Credits
Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom
- 3 Graduate Credits -
Course Objectives
- Educators will learn how the thinking classroom uses brain science for synergistic thinking to develop the intellect as disciplinary ways of thinking and doing.
- Teachers will examine how a concept-based journey in the inherent structure of knowledge helps educators develop a paradigm shift for conceptual understanding.
- Educators will review academic standards and contextualize them into the curriculum to bring district level coherence to standards for understanding and implementation.
- Students will be introduced to best practices techniques concept-based lessons while adapting instructional materials for supportive methods of teaching.
- Teachers will develop writings, lessons and activities that utilize concept-based curriculum and instruction thinking strategies for classroom implementation.
Credit Hours
3 Semester Credits (post-baccalaureate professional development credit)
Course Instructor
Joseph C’de Baca MaEd.
Grade Type
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Curriculum and Instruction for the Thinking Classroom
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