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Updated August 17, 2007 |
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Curriculum Corner by Robyne D. Batson |
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What is a concept? Some Concepts… · Span across several subject areas · Represent significant ideas, phenomena, intellectual process, or persistent problems · Are timeless · Can be represented through different examples, with all examples having the same attributes Are universal For example, the concepts of patterns, interdependence, symmetry, system and power can be examined in a variety of subjects or even serve as concepts for a unit that integrates several subjects. SCIENCE SOCIAL STUDIES LANGUAGE ARTS Cause/Effect Cause/Effect Cause/Effect Order Order Order Organism Patterns Patterns System Population Character Change System Interconnections Evolution Change/Culture Change Cycle Evolution Evolution Interaction Cycle Cycle Energy matter Interaction Interaction Equilibrium Perception Perception Field Civilization Intrigue Force Migration/Immigration Passion Model Interdependence Hate Time/Space Diversity Love Theory Conflict/Cooperation Family Fundamental entities Innovation Conflict/Cooperation Replication Beliefs/Values
MATHEMATICS VISUAL ART MUSIC Ratio Rhythm Rhythm Proportion Line Melody Scale Color Harmony Symmetry Value Tone Probability Shape Pitch Pattern Texture Texture Interaction Form Form Cause/Effect Space Tempo Order Repetition Dynamics Quantification Balance Timbre (tone color) System Angle Pattern Theory Perception Perception Field Position Gradient Motion Invariance Light |
