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Why use Thematic Units?
What is the importance
of thematic teaching?
Why would you use integrated instruction?
Thematic instruction provides:
For Students
A real focus for their learning
An interesting and challenging environment
Encouragement of critical thinking
Active involvement in their own learning
An understanding or the interconnectedness of learning
Purposeful learning of skills
Meaningful interaction with process
Brain-friendly classroom settings
For Teachers
A structure for planning, teaching, assessment and evaluation
A stimulating environment in which to teach
A way to connect all the ides we collect
An exciting way to stop segmenting learning
A challenge to go deeper with students and apply learning beyond the classroom
A way to raise achievement in a risk supported, experience based, brain friendly, child-centered environment
For Parents
Encouragement to be involved
An avenue through which to reinforce and follow-up on their childs education
An opportunity to become a resource for the classroom
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