American Division

Framework:

• The teachers follow the Common Core Standards.  
• Students are required to learn and apply the skills and concepts not memories the material.
• Students will learn and apply critical thinking strategies, and 21st Century skills.
• Teaching and learning process follows five phases: Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate and Evaluate.
• Teachers create student centered classrooms applying the humanitarian approach using:
  • Games / Mind Maps
  • Songs /Movies
  • Note taking skills
  • Cooperative learning structures
  • extra songs

Course Description:

 Concord’s Literature course is designed to provide a student-centered learning environment where students: 

• Analyze texts
• Cite evidence
• Respond critically about their learning

Students will take ownership of their learning through: 

• Goal setting
• Reflection
• Activities that allow students’ collaboration with their peers. 
   

Course Description:

• The course book is aligned with the common core standards that covers all the standards required for each grade level, preparing the students for their standardized exams
• HMH Into Math was created to ensure growth for each and every student.
• The journey towards a true depth of understanding and a culture of growth in every mathematics classroom becomes an achievable reality with Into Math.
   

Course description:

• Elevate Science helps you transform learning, promote innovation, and manage your classroom.
• It elevates teaching to a new level with student-centered activities based on the NEW science standards.
• Realistic goals, best practices, and simple explanations make teaching practical and rewarding.