This entire course has been devoted to understanding the
individual components of curriculum, instruction and assessment, as well as how
each is interconnected. We have discussed how to assess our students, how to
create a curriculum that is developmentally appropriate and how to
individualize our instruction. We have even practiced creating individual content
lessons. Now, for the culmination of this course you are asked to plan in
a more in-depth manner. This unit plan will span one-week of instruction and
include several components such as: content area lessons, a developmental
domain lesson, the use of play in the classroom, how to include families into
the curriculum, how you will manage behavior in your classroom, theory, DAP,
and instructional approaches. Each of these areas has been discussed in depth
these last five weeks, so you are indeed ready for this!
Be sure that you include each and every one of the requirements listed below. In an effort to assist you with including each component, you might consider using the instructions below as a checklist. As you complete each section in full, check it off so you know you have met the requirements for each. Remember, it is important in your final assignment that you show a complete understanding of each topic. So, support your points with cited research when applicable and be sure to provide ample information for each section.
Be sure that you include each and every one of the requirements listed below. In an effort to assist you with including each component, you might consider using the instructions below as a checklist. As you complete each section in full, check it off so you know you have met the requirements for each. Remember, it is important in your final assignment that you show a complete understanding of each topic. So, support your points with cited research when applicable and be sure to provide ample information for each section.
The focus of the final
project is to develop a one-week unit plan. You will create a curriculum plan
as a document using Microsoft Word and a media version. The media version
can be a website (e.g., using Weebly.com (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site., GoogleSites.com (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site., NewHive.com (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site., Wix.com (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. or LucidPress.com (Links to an external site.)Links to an
external site.) or an alternative format (e.g., PowerPoint),
which must be approved in advance by the instructor The curriculum plan
demonstrates your mastery of the four course learning outcomes and the media
version demonstrates your ability to use technology to communicate your mastery
to a wider audience. The curriculum plan you create will span one week of
instruction and include several components, which are described in the
instructions below. Additionally, review the Instructor Guidance for Week Five
for additional assistance beyond the instructions provided here with the
assignment. Be sure also to review the Grading Rubric associated with
this final project to understand how you will be evaluated. It is recommended
you use headings throughout your writing to organize sections. Sections are
indicated below in italics and bold font and are followed by the instructions
for that section.
Curriculum Unit Plan Instructions
You will create a one week curriculum plan as a document using Microsoft Word and a media version that includes each of the following components:
You will create a one week curriculum plan as a document using Microsoft Word and a media version that includes each of the following components:
1. Professional Curriculum Plan
o Developmental Age (1 Point): In one to two paragraphs, describe the
developmental age/level of the children for whom the unit plan is designed.
o Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAPs)
(1 point): In two to three
paragraphs, explain how your classroom setting will foster developmentally
appropriate practices using specific examples.
o Classroom Management (1 Point): In two to three paragraphs, explain your
philosophy of classroom management using examples from Jaruszewicz (2012) for
support.
o Theoretical Alignment (1 Point): In two to three paragraphs, describe the
theoretical alignment of your unit using specific examples (e.g., does it align
to Piaget, Vygotsky, another theorist?)
o Curriculum Approach (1 Point): In two to three paragraphs, describe
which approach to curriculum you most closely adhere to using specific examples
(e.g., do you adhere to a Montessori, Creative Curriculum, or another model?)
2. Connection to Family Plan
o Parent Letter (3 Points): In one page, write a letter to parents
that includes the following five components:
§ An overview of the unit.
§ The purpose of the unit.
§ The objectives for the unit.
§ The recommendations for home support.
§ An overview of the assessments.
3. Content and Developmental Domain Plans and
Assessments
o Content Lesson Plan and Assessment (4 Points): Develop one lesson plan with an
assessment that addresses one content area (i.e., language arts, math,
science, social studies, or diversity and character). Use the Lesson Plan
Template.
o Developmental Domain Lesson Plan and
Assessment (4 Points): Develop
one lesson plan with an assessment that addresses one or more of the
developmental domains (i.e., cognitive, affective, and/or psychomotor). Use the
Lesson Plan Template.
4. Free Play/Center Plan
o Center Overview (1 Point): In two paragraphs, write an overview for
the center plan that describes the importance of play.
o Centers Plan (2 Points): Include a completed version of the
Centers Plan Template.
o Center Layout (2 Points): Using the software of your choice,
create a classroom layout of the center(s).
5. Other Instructions
o Introduction (.25 Points): Write a succinct introduction to the
unit plan that describes the contents of the plan and the organization of the
contents of the plan.
o Conclusion (0.25 Points): Write a succinct conclusion to the unit
plan that describes the contents of the plan and major points from the contents
of the plan.
o Media Version (1.5 Points): Include a link to your media version in
the document you submit that contains the components described above. The media
version can be a website (e.g., using Weebly.com, Google Sites.com,
NewHive.com, Wix.com or LucidPress.com) or an alternative format (e.g.,
PowerPoint), which must be approved in advance by the instructor.
o APA Formatting (0.25 Points): Use APA formatting consistently
throughout the assignment, which includes the title page, references list, and
all content in the document and media version.
o Syntax and Mechanics (0.25 Points): Display meticulous comprehension and
organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar.
o Source Requirement (0.5 Points): References five scholarly sources in
addition to Jaruszewicz (2012) to provide compelling evidence to support ideas,
examples, and so forth. At least two of the sources must come from the
Ashford University Library. All sources on the references slide need to be
used and cited correctly within the body of the presentation.
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