A Guide to Connected Curriculum and Action Research

Table of Contents

Foreword

Acknowledgements

1. An Introduction to Connecting the Curriculum

   Introduction

   What Are Curriculum Connections?

   Definitions

   Connected Curriculum Frameworks

   Multidisciplinary Approach

   Integrated Approach

   How to Create Connections

   References

   
   
2. Beliefs Supporting Connected Curriculum Frameworks

   Key Beliefs

   Learning Theory

   Equity

   Assessment

   Technology

   Systemic reform

   References

   
   
3. Standards and Connected Frameworks

   Using Standards

   Using the Wisconsin Learner Outcomes

   Content and Standards in a Connected Curriculum

   References

   
   
4. Action Research

   Introduction

   How It Works

   What Action Research Does

   Examples of Action Research

   References

   
   
5. Connected Curriculum and Action Research Stories

   Connected Curriculum Frameworks

   Assessment

   Equity and Community

   
   
6. Lessons from CTC

   What CTC Taught

   Connected Curriculum Lessons

   Action Research Questions

   Observations and Project Lessons

   CTC Issues and Answers

   References

   
   
7. Implications for Professional Development of Teachers

   Introduction

   Professional Development in Wisconsin

   Strategies for Professional Development

   CTC Recommendations

   References

   
   
8. Appendixes
   1. Selected CTC Action Research Projects
   2. Wisconsin's Educational Goals
   3. Resources for Action Research
   4. Resources for Connecting Curriculum

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