Introduction to Unit Planning

UNIT PLAN FORMAT

Teacher:                                                       Grade Level:                                  

Unit Topic/Theme:                                       Time Required (Approx):              

1.                 Rationale: Justification for importance of lesson

2.                 Goals/Major Concepts

3.                 Key EALRs (and GLEs or Frameworks where appropriate).  Please integrate a minimum of 3 EALR areas.

4.                 Learning Targets (Sampling).  Each student will be able to:

5.                 Resources/Materials (visual aids, trade books, computer software, etc.)

6.                 Content Outline [the What]

Day 1………..

                   Day 2………..

                   Etc.

7.                 Key Activities (in order to be completed and with estimated times) [the How]

Day 1………..

                   Day 2………..

                   Etc.

8.                 Assessment/Evaluation Plan.  Include diagnostic, formative and  summative assessments

9.                 Check for:

a.      Family involvement

b.     Inclusion of diverse students

                                                  i.      Cultural sensitivity

                                                ii.      Awareness of diverse abilities

c.      Integration of technology

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