1. TEAMS
An approach to active learning

2. THREE KEY PRECEPTS
Interdisciplinary Strong Technology
instructional emphasis on frequently used
teams active learning as instructional
tool

3. Interdisciplinary
Instructional Teams
• Teaming creates positive learning atmosphere
• Improves self-directed learning abilities
• Cooperative groups--meets students’ needs
• Computer Skills
• Learning--improvements in test scores

4. THEMATIC UNIT TEACHING
9 WEEK UNITS
2 WEEKS PER ROTATION
Whole
Whole group 4 to 6 small group
activities group activities “Closure”
(1-2 days)
activity
Teacher is facilitator!

5. Active Learning
“Hands-on” learning
Cooperative groups

6. Technology
• Webquests
• Person to person voice communications
• Fosters independent inquiry