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Mertens, Gillian E.; Mundorf, Jon; Bainter, Taylor; Bourn, John; Kohnen, Angela M. – Middle School Journal, 2021
In this article, we describe a collaboratively developed information literacy curriculum that was embedded into three core 8th grade subjects: Algebra, American History, and English Language Arts. The curriculum was rooted in the concept of generalist literacy and supported students as they developed their curiosity, skepticism, commitment to…
Descriptors: Identification (Psychology), Information Literacy, Interdisciplinary Approach, Curriculum Development
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Swaim, John H.; McEwin, C. Kenneth; Irvin, Judith L. – Middle School Journal, 1998
Discusses the need for developmentally responsive middle level competitive sports programs that include awareness of sports injuries, psychological considerations, attrition in sports, and family pressures for students to become college and professional athletes. (JPB)
Descriptors: Athletics, Curriculum Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Objectives
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Anfara, Vincent A., Jr.; Waks, Leonard – Middle School Journal, 2001
Argues that developmentally appropriate knowledge-in-use may be academically rigorous even when it does not mimic the more adult-like academic disciplines. Considers the creation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and ways to measure the academic rigor of learning outcomes without relying upon achievement tests grounded in academic…
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Curriculum Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices, Educational Theories
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Vars, Gordon F. – Middle School Journal, 2001
Discusses the value of curriculum integration and developmentally appropriate curriculum in middle school education. Suggests ways to incorporate standards into the integrative curriculum process that includes life skills competencies, prioritizing subject matter standards, organizing staff to teach the hybrid curriculum, and involving students.…
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Developmentally Appropriate Practices