Karen D. Olsen

Susan J. Kovalik

This is one of the most revolutionary handbooks available for the classroom teacher of the 90's - it provides the theory, tools, & specific how-to's to radically rethink curriculum & instruction for today's students. Included is an explanation of the brain research base for the ITI model's eight "brain-compatible" elements, detailed how-to's for creating a year-long theme, components, & weekly topics, identifying key points, creating inquiries (activities through which students apply their learnings to the real world), & how to move away from traditional grading & evaluation of students toward brain-compatible & authentic assessment of mastery/competence. Also included are numerous examples of year themes, key points, & inquiries plus a complete curriculum for one week & for one month. INTEGRATED THEMATIC INSTRUCTION: THE MODEL is a complete, stand alone handbook for implementing an integrated thematic instructional approach using current brain research. Its curriculum model departs significantly from that of the past 100 years. Designed primarily for grades K-6. Second edition, 1993. This book may be ordered from: Books for Educators, P.O. Box 20525, Village of Oak Creek, AZ 86341. 602-284-2389.

The Model

Integrated Thematic Instruction

Ann Ross

The Way We Can be : a Vision for the Middle School Through Integrated Thematic Instruction

The Way We Were--

With a strategy-builder chart for reinvesting and reallocating dollars, this unique resource applies brain research to the budgeting process to make decision making more objective.

Karen D. Olsen

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