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Mambo, Marjorie; Wheatley, Susan – 1992
The pilot project described in this report involved the development of an integrated art and music curriculum model for elementary grades. In this discussion, an example of one integrated unit is described for each of grades one through six. The curriculum units are centered around literary or musical themes that incorporate a variety of…
Descriptors: Art Education, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Research
Tunnell, Michael O.; Ammon, Richard – 1993
This collection of writings by trade book authors, public school teachers, and college-faculty offers support for using children's literature in history education. Divided into three parts, the Introduction asks "Why Teach History to the Young?" (Terrie L. Epstein). Part 1, "The Creative Process," addresses the process of writing and illustrating…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Childrens Literature, Critical Thinking, Elementary Education
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Cazden, Courtney B. – Educational Psychology: An International Journal of Experimental Educational Psychology, 1992
Contends that becoming literate involves the socialization of attention. Discusses two modes of socialization, revealing and telling. Concludes that the final evaluation of any language theory is relevance to classroom practice. (CFR)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Language Acquisition, Reading Difficulties, Reading Instruction
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Dressman, Mark – Journal of Curriculum Studies, 1995
Utilizes the experiences of seven elementary teachers to examine issues and attitudes concerning whole language learning. Although the seven teachers often feel alienated within their own profession, they remain adamant in their commitment. Discusses their conversion to whole language learning and the influence of the New Zealand school. (MJP)
Descriptors: Educational Practices, Educational Theories, Elementary Education, Higher Education