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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Learning Mats-Patterns help younger students build key math skills in a fun way. Children will have fun recognizing simple patterns, sorting, organizing shapes, identifying, and describing five geometric shapes, and more. The set includes 10 two-sided mats, 105 geometric shapes, wipe-off marker, and an activity guide. All of this comes in a sturdy box with flap closure and plastic handle for easy storage. ~ Judy
Publisher's Description of Learning Mats - Patterns
Here's a new fun way to develop and sharpen problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. Colorful mats and shape tiles make patterning and visual discrimination fun. Start building a foundation for academic success with the Learning Mats: Patterns kit. The kit helps children practice these key skills:
Recognize simple patterns
Describe, extend, and explain the next element in a simple, repeating pattern (problem solving and prediction)
Sort and organize shapes
Identify and describe five geometric shapes: circle square, star, triangle, rectangle
Scholastic has produced these excellent tools for practicing the alphabet, numbers, counting, and patterns in an enjoyable fashion for early learners on the road to literacy. Each set comes with numerous laminated mats, letters, numbers, or shape tiles, a few extra unmarked tiles, an activity guide and a write-on, wipe-off marker. The mats are treated with a plastic coating, so they have a write-on, wipe-off quality. Write-on, wipe-off markers or crayons MUST be used, and the mats need to be wiped off after each use. I think these would be great for individual home use, and at traditional schools or preschool centers. ~Judy