Expeditions definition
Examples of Expeditions in a sentence
Expeditions are not “activities” or “themes” but are investigations in learning designed to make the organization of knowledge clear to students.
Learning Expeditions will be the major vehicle for delivering curriculum at Point of Discovery School.
The elements of Learning Expeditions include standards, compelling topics, guiding questions, character, literacy, student products, service, adventure, and assessment.
In addition to this kind of compelling and rigorous content, all Learning Expeditions at Point of Discovery School incorporate these elements: integrated reading and writing, high quality student work, character development, service learning, fieldwork outside the classroom, and involvement of local expertise.
Learning Expeditions typically include one or more skills-rich student projects that result in high quality products or performances for an audience beyond the classroom.
Learning Expeditions will focus on local issues and topics that will help students take ownership and develop a sense of their community.
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Learning Expeditions are based on Common Core State and National Standards and local curriculum maps and focus on what teachers determine to be essential content and skills.
Expeditions at Point of Discovery School will address issues of civic duty, cultural acceptance, equity, and environmental awareness and stewardship.
Point of Discovery School will proactively seek parental involvement by identifying experts in the community to participate in Learning Expeditions.