This curriculum unit will vary to reflect the learning styles of all students. Included will be:
Experiential Learning:
The major strategy for this unit is to engage the students in hands-on learning. I want them to be actively participating as scientists. The biology activities will be designed to be exploratory for the students so they are engaged in the enjoyment of the process as well as the products, visuals and charts for our classroom. Certainly the physical activity component of this unit will be focused in the arena of learning.
Differentiated Instruction:
The students will use a variety of approaches, working sometimes individually and sometimes in small groups, determined by the complexity of the activity. Because these are young children with variance in levels and background, guidance and pacing will need to be closely monitored, particularly moving about and learning new exercises. Students will have opportunities teach others, either as individuals or in groups, leading a class as the exercise instructor.
Cooperative Learning:
The students will be given opportunities to work as cooperative groups to complete assignments and activities. This strategy will allow students to work collaboratively taking on various roles necessary to complete the work, with a focus on success for all. A culminating activity will include groups creating body system posters and demonstrating yoga stretches, strength building exercises, and endurance and aerobic movements.