Bringing the Standards for Foreign Language Learning to Life
What does a student-centered social studies classroom <B>really</B> look like? Renowned educator Bil Johnson reveals how to teach social studies so that your students become engaged, active, and responsible learners. This book demonstrates how student-centered strategies can be applied in your classroom. It shows you how to:<BR> - make students' work the focus of what occurs in your classroom<BR>- prepare lesson plans based on what students should know and be able to do<BR>- create a classroom environment revolving around rigorous and creative student activity<BR> Also included are classroom examples of:<BR>- Socratic seminars and other forms of group work such as simulations and role playing<BR>- performances and exhibitions<BR>- projects and portfolios<BR> - other demonstrations of student learning<BR>