Curriculum Methods
Mrs. Jones decided that the methodology for this lesson should be divided into three sections -- opening, body, and close. She first considered what a traditional lesson presentation should be and then determined ways in which the lesson could be designed to incorporate Universal Design for Learning. Her goal is to make the lesson more accessible and flexible for the diverse students she has.
Curriculum Methods: Opening
Mrs. Jones plans the opening of the lesson to introduce the topic and make connections to previous instruction.
Traditional Approach
- The teacher provides a brief lecture on the home state. She reminds students of previous studies of land and resources, and the impact of natural resources on population growth, political and land use issues.
- Teacher divides the students into working groups to complete their research, map-making, note-taking, and presentation.
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UDL Approach
- Avoid limiting presentation style. There may be students who do not respond, comprehend, or attend well to a lecture style. Consider the use of media with the presentation, concept maps, or graphics to enhance and illustrate concepts and topics that are introduced and reviewed.
- When opening the lesson, consider frequent questions, statements of clarification, and solicit student participation.
- Consider assigning students to working groups by mixed abilities (heterogeneous grouping) for complementary skills.
- Provide demonstrations of performance expectations.
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Engaging students' interest in the lesson, ensuring that they understand the lesson content, and providing multiple ways to accomplish the goals of the lesson ensure a successful lesson.
Teachers feel that a common planning time to brainstorm and share ideas on this approach is critical. They may develop other styles of presentation that are effective.
Teachers also need information on how to organize students for group work. Please visit NCAC PMII paper.
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