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Presentation to accompany proposal for a BC Board/Authority Authorized Course - framework posted at http://db.tt/yCrfoQ6A. Middle Earth 12 is a senior Humanities elective course - a personalized, blended approach to the study of Language and Landscape. Middle Earth 12 is designed to work as a stand-alone course but will be implemented with a Humanities Program that also includes students seeking credit for BC English 11 and Geography 12.
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MIDDLE EARTH 12Senior Humanities Elective Course - a personalized
blended approach to the study of Language and Landscape
Glen Thielmann bull DP Todd SecondarySD57 Prince George bull Board Authorized Course Proposal
PROJECT BACKGROUND
evolution of courses and programs
field testing the BC Edplan flexibility
blog twitter and conversations with students and colleagues
push and pull from PLN
SR HUMANITIES PROGRAM
course combination pilot
English 11 and Geography 12
personalized blended approach
needed a curricular backbone to support diverse themes
needed flexible registration for other participants
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Grade 11 Students2 blocks 8 grad creditscomplete English 11 and Geography 12
Grade 12 Students1 block 4 grad creditscomplete BAA courseMiddle Earth 12
shared learning activitiesdifferent learning outcomes
COURSE OVERVIEW
survey literary and environmental themesfrom diverse sources
critical thinking and decoding skills
metacognitive and narrative skills
historical geographic and ldquofantasticrdquo exemplars
compliments inquiry from other courses and disciplines (a context for cross-curricular learning)
(photo source John Neumann 2011)
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
PROJECT BACKGROUND
evolution of courses and programs
field testing the BC Edplan flexibility
blog twitter and conversations with students and colleagues
push and pull from PLN
SR HUMANITIES PROGRAM
course combination pilot
English 11 and Geography 12
personalized blended approach
needed a curricular backbone to support diverse themes
needed flexible registration for other participants
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Grade 11 Students2 blocks 8 grad creditscomplete English 11 and Geography 12
Grade 12 Students1 block 4 grad creditscomplete BAA courseMiddle Earth 12
shared learning activitiesdifferent learning outcomes
COURSE OVERVIEW
survey literary and environmental themesfrom diverse sources
critical thinking and decoding skills
metacognitive and narrative skills
historical geographic and ldquofantasticrdquo exemplars
compliments inquiry from other courses and disciplines (a context for cross-curricular learning)
(photo source John Neumann 2011)
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
SR HUMANITIES PROGRAM
course combination pilot
English 11 and Geography 12
personalized blended approach
needed a curricular backbone to support diverse themes
needed flexible registration for other participants
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Grade 11 Students2 blocks 8 grad creditscomplete English 11 and Geography 12
Grade 12 Students1 block 4 grad creditscomplete BAA courseMiddle Earth 12
shared learning activitiesdifferent learning outcomes
COURSE OVERVIEW
survey literary and environmental themesfrom diverse sources
critical thinking and decoding skills
metacognitive and narrative skills
historical geographic and ldquofantasticrdquo exemplars
compliments inquiry from other courses and disciplines (a context for cross-curricular learning)
(photo source John Neumann 2011)
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
PROGRAM OPTIONS
Grade 11 Students2 blocks 8 grad creditscomplete English 11 and Geography 12
Grade 12 Students1 block 4 grad creditscomplete BAA courseMiddle Earth 12
shared learning activitiesdifferent learning outcomes
COURSE OVERVIEW
survey literary and environmental themesfrom diverse sources
critical thinking and decoding skills
metacognitive and narrative skills
historical geographic and ldquofantasticrdquo exemplars
compliments inquiry from other courses and disciplines (a context for cross-curricular learning)
(photo source John Neumann 2011)
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
COURSE OVERVIEW
survey literary and environmental themesfrom diverse sources
critical thinking and decoding skills
metacognitive and narrative skills
historical geographic and ldquofantasticrdquo exemplars
compliments inquiry from other courses and disciplines (a context for cross-curricular learning)
(photo source John Neumann 2011)
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
CURRICULAR ORGANIZERSLanguage and Communication - Language in its many forms gives shape and power to our thoughts
Expressive Works - Literary and non-literary texts and creations express the meaningful observations of history and the ongoing aspirations of humankind
Exterior Landscapes - Places phenomena and earth spheres have a patterned narrative formed from structures and processes
Interior Landscapes - Building understanding and relationships with creative works and natural phenomenon is a path to self-discovery
Adaptive Culture - Humans have important economic intellectual ecological political and creative roles in all environments
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
BUILDING A PATTERN LANGUAGE
reading and viewing along a path of personal synthesis
deconstructive and re-creative research and writing
critical thinking usingBenchmarks of Geographic Inquiry
authentic vision for sustainable environments
portfolio approach to communication and representation
embedding metacognition in self-reflective narratives
multi-disciplinary techniques for creative expression
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
LEARNING RESOURCES
works of JRR Tolkien
localBC landscapes amp writing
works amp exemplars submitted by students
existing learning resources where they benefit
httpwwwamazoncomEnts-Elves-Eriador-Environmental-Tolkiendp0813124182
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
NEW CONTEXTS
role of the Learning Commons
learning curve for mixed cohortscross-curricular and blended learning
experiments in assessment and ldquocapacityrdquo
creating an ecology for project amp problem based learning
the power of identity -- narrative inquiry digital portfolios
new audiences for student learning
(photo source Rhea Woolgar 2012)
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
MIDDLE EARTH 12
Map of ldquoMiddle Earthrdquo http3ringsan example of open source collaboration
What else can happen when we open up some of the edges of traditional learning spaces
What happens when we answer ldquowhat ifrdquo or ldquoif onlyrdquo with ldquosure letrsquos give that a tryrdquo
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
THE FULL STORY
project development amp program bloghttplandspeakblogspotca
documentation on how Middle Earth 12 fits into the ProgramhttpdbttUziz9EBU
