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Book SynopsisThe Parallel Curriculum Model helps teachers not only strengthen their knowledge and pedagogy, but also rediscover a passion for their discipline based on their deeper, more connected understanding. Our students think critically and deeply at a level I have never before witnessed.
Tony Poole, Principal
Sky Vista Middle School, Aurora, CO
What makes this book unique is its insistence on the development of conceptual understanding of content and its focus on the abilities, interests, and learning preferences of each student.
H. Lynn Erickson, Educational Consultant
Author of Stirring the Head, Heart, and Soul
The approach honors the integrity of the disciplines while remaining responsive to the diversity of learners that teachers encounter.
Jay McTighe, Educational Consultant
Coauthor of Understanding by Design
Engage students with a rich curriculum that strengthens their capacity as learners and thinke
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Praise for the First Edition:
“This thought-provoking, creative, and inspiring book contains chapters by recognized leaders in the field. The authors offer guidelines needed for developing and implementing effective, valuable curriculum for all classrooms.”
-- New Horizons for Learning
"As a principal and instructional leader, I have learned far more about effective instruction and powerful unit and lesson design from the Parallel Curriculum Model than anything else. PCM helps teachers not only strengthen their knowledge and pedagogy, but also rediscover a passion for their discipline based on their deeper, more connected understanding. Our students think critically and deeply at a level I have never before witnessed." -- Tony Poole, Principal
"What makes this book unique is its insistence on the development of conceptual understanding of content and its focus on the abilities, interests, and learning preferences of each student. The Parallel Curriculum Model provides a path for educators to move from novice to expert." -- H. Lynn Erickson, Educational Consultant
"Offers a sophisticated yet doable model for curriculum planning. The approach honors the integrity of the disciplines while remaining responsive to the diversity of learners that teachers encounter. This book provides a practical pathway for connecting the content and the kids." -- Jay McTighe, Educational Consultant
Table of ContentsPreface to the Second Edition Acknowledgments About the Authors 1. The Rationale and Guiding Principles for an Evolving Conception of Curriculum A Word to New Readers About This Chapter Reasons for Another Curriculum Model Theoretical and Research-Based Underpinnings of the Parallel Curriculum Model 2. An Overview of the Parallel Curriculum Model A Look at the Four Curriculum Parallels The Core Curriculum The Curriculum of Connections The Curriculum of Practice The Curriculum of Identity Curriculum Combining the Four Parallels Planning Quality Curriculum Ensuring Fidelity to the Parallel Curriculum Model Looking Ahead in the Book 3. Thinking About the Elements of Curriculum Design The Big Picture Planning Quality Curriculum Some Key Components of Curriculum Design Components of a Comprehensive Curriculum Plan Content/Standards Assessment Introductory Activities Teaching Methods Learning Activities Grouping Strategies Products Resources Extension Activities Differentiation Based on Learner Need (Including AID) Lesson and Unit Closure Remodeling a Unit Using the Comprehensive Curriculum Framework: One Teacher′s Approach Looking Back and Ahead 4. The Core Curriculum Parallel Why Four Approaches to Curriculum Design? Isn′t One Good Enough? What Is "Core" in the Core Curriculum Parallel? How Are the Key Curriculum Components Reconfigured to Achieve the Goals of the Core Curriculum Parallel? Revising the Remaining Curriculum Components to Address the Goals of the Core Curriculum Parallel Using the Goals of the Core Curriculum Parallel and Key Curricular Elements for Lydia Janis′s Civil War Unit Looking Back and Ahead 5. The Curriculum of Connections Parallel What Is the Curriculum of Connections? The Purpose of a Curriculum of Connections: Why Should a Teacher Emphasize Connections and Relationships? The Curriclum of Connections: When Should I Use This Parallel? The Characteristics of the Curriculum Components Within the Curriculum of Connections Reconfiguring Other Curriculum Components for the Curriculum of Connections An Example of the Curriculum of Connections Using the Civil War Unit Looking Back and Ahead 6. The Curriculum of Practice Parallel What Does It Mean to "Practice" in a Curriculum? Why Does It Matter to Have Students Engage in the Curriculum of Practice? Key Features of the Components of Curriculum in the Curriculum of Practice? An Example of the Curriculum of Practice Using Lydia′s Civil War Unit Looking Back and Ahead 7. The Curriculum of Identity Parallel What Does Identity Mean in the Curriculum of Identity? Why Should We Be Concerned About a Student′s Identity? What Are the Key Features and Characteristics of Curriculum Components Within the Curriculum of Identity? An Example of the Curriculum of Identity Using Lydia′s Civil War Unit Looking Back and Ahead 8. Ascending Intellectual Demand in the Parallel Curriculum Model: The Journey Toward Expertise Ascending Intellectual Demand: The Path to Expertise Planning Backwards From Expertise Understanding the AID Continuum On the Continuum Novice On the Continuum Apprentice On the Continuum Practitioner On the Continuum Expert Transitions on the AID Continuum A Model for Planning Student Movement Along the AID Continuum The Novice in Science The Apprentice in Science The Practitioner in Science The Expert in Science Planning the Path Toward Expertise in Science The Novice in Mathematics The Apprentice in Mathematics The Practitioner in Mathematics The Expert in Mathematics The Novice in History The Apprentice in History The Practitioner in History The Expert in History The Novice in English and Language Arts The Apprentice in English and Language Arts The Practitioner in English and Language Arts The Expert in English and Language Arts Using the AID Continuum Resource A: Teaching Resources for Chapter 8 References Index
