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What is an integrated Studies?  Integrated studies in an educational context is a pedagogical approach of instruction where two or more disciplines,  are incorporated into a series of lessons or a unit of study which have a common theme. The integration of curriculum areas focuses on the providing children with deep, authentic environment for learning. This approach allows students to develop and synthesise information across many fields of study, life experiences and knowledge in a meaningful and practical way.  Integrated studies illustrates the interrelationships that are present in the world, this is where children will make the real world connections (Murdoch, 1998). 

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What is an integrated Studies?  Integrated studies in an educational context is a pedagogical approach of instruction where two or more disciplines,  are incorporated into a series of lessons or a unit of study which have a common theme. The integration of curriculum areas focuses on the providing children with deep, authentic environment for learning. This approach allows students to develop and synthesise information across many fields of study, life experiences and knowledge in a meaningful and practical way.  Integrated studies illustrates the interrelationships that are present in the world, this is where children will make the real world connections (Murdoch, 1998). 

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1. Intradisciplinary Approach  for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit

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1. Intradisciplinary Approach  for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit

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Diagram created by Narinder Singh in the Paint program on Word 2007.

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Use some effective introductory activities that hook children into the lesson;

·        Look for related content on the internet to show/ cartoons

·        Something from the news or a current affairs show

·        Cater for the different learning styles

·        Student engagement by allowing a list choices in the project

·        Provide materials and resources link to real world and students individual circumstances.

·        Encourage a variety of methods to present their findings

·        Use a class KWL chart

·        Allow them to collaborate and become active participants in their leaning (Murdoch, 1998)

·        This will provide student with ownership for the learning

·        Differentiate the curriculum so it highlights the students’ strengths, learning styles and prior knowledge.

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These are just example of how you are able to integrate across the disciplines. There is no superior or inferior way to implement this. It is what you are comfortable with and what is most appropriate for any given situation (Gilbert, 2014).

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These are just example of how you are able to integrate across the disciplines. There is no superior or inferior way to implement this. It is what you are comfortable with and what is most appropriate for any given situation (Gilbert, 2014).

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2. How to integrated studies effectively

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2. How to integrated studies effectively

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Hanlon (2004) states that the key to any successful and effective lesson, unit or integrated curriculum is good forward planning, covering the curriculum standards, meeting outcomes and maximizing student engagement.

·        Look for the curriculum links to each of the disciplines you wish to integrated and make them relevant the topic/ theme       (Brady,2014),  and don’t make the lesson or activity overly complicated; especially when you are still learning.

·        Use Inquiry framework for planning the integrated Studies unit (Murdoch, 1998).

·        Prior to the commencement of the learning unit let students know the topic and ask for their contribution. Depending on the year level; you might be surprised with what they come up with. It also allows educators to gauge student prior understanding of the topic. Once a theme is establishes ask children for input before you actually start to plan deeply.

·        Make deliberate connections between topics learnt from one day to other

discipline (Gilbert, 2014), this will reinforcement the connection for students.

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4. Transdisciplinary Approach  for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit

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4. Transdisciplinary Approach  for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit

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.http://stem-pd.weebly.com/what-is-stem-integration.html#/

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2. Interdisciplinary Approach for a Solar System Integrated Studies Unit.

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2. Interdisciplinary Approach for a Solar System Integrated Studies Unit.

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http://stem-pd.weebly.com/what-is-stem-integration.html#/

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3. Multidisciplinary Approach for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit.

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3. Multidisciplinary Approach for a Solar System Integrated Studies Learning Unit.

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http://stem-pd.weebly.com/what-is-stem-integration.html#/

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Like with anything confidence will come with time and practice. Also don’t be shy to ask for help or ask a colleague to have a look at your lesson or unit plan and give you some pointers. See if you can buddy up with another teacher or plan as a team there are many benefits such as;

·        Able to meet the curriculum context.

·        Have different point of views and ideas

·        Able to take control the over-crowded curriculum

·        Can plan in teams and share resources (Murdoch, 1998)

It will take a little practice and before you know you will be saying; https://www.google.com.au/search?client=firefox-b&biw=1138&bih=528&tbm=isch&q=success+kid

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http://www.readinghorizons.com/blog/14-classroom-activities-that-increase-student-engagement