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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.
Publisher's Description of English Fundamentals 4 Laminated Guide
Essentials of writing and the writing process in the English language arts to support early learning and the development of a strong foundation for speaking and writing - throughout school and beyond. This expertly organized overview of the most important skills for writing, with details broken down in short concise explanations along with examples, will give your student a place to go for support when they are stuck, have writers block, and need answers quickly. Reviewing this guide while writing can solidify concepts to memory and eliminate errors that could otherwise last a lifetime. Don't pass up this colorfully organized, durably laminated, inexpensive, 6 page tool for school and homework that will strengthen writing skills and boost confidence, test scores, and grades.
6 page laminate guide includes:
The Writing Process
Prewriting
Preliminary Writing Tasks
Topic Selection Tasks
Brainstorm
Freewrite
Idea Organization Tasks
Create Outlines
Graphic Organizers
Drafting
As You Begin
Types of Essays
Anatomy of An Essay - Includes Example Writings for:
Thesis
Introduction
Body Paragraphs
Conclusion
Transitions
Drafting Tasks
Editing
Editing Tasks
Editing Marks
Revising
Content Revising Tasks
Sentence Revising Tasks
Tips for Successful Revision
Publishing
Publishing Tasks
EXAMPLE Essay
Tips for Improving Your Writing
Example Writing Excerpts with Improved Writing Style Versions