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Project-Based Learning Experiences
This class experience offers invitations to explore projects in a supportive social learning environment. Expect dynamic Reggio-inspired explorations of STEM, ELA, art & social-emotional concepts alongside deep dives into project work.
Class Experience
US Grade Kindergarten - 1
Inspired by one of the guiding principles of the Reggio Emilia Approach to Education, in this class we'll focus on creating multidisciplinary individual and group projects. As we work through the process of identifying, researching, planning and creating projects I utilize Developmentally Appropriate Practices to support learners in dynamic explorations of literacy skills in areas including STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math), reading & writing and social-emotional. Learners...
2 units//30 lessons//6 Weeks
Unit 1Foundational SkillsFoundational Skills5 lessons1 WeekWeek 1Lesson 1Getting to know you...During the first week we'll primarily focus on practicing (and/or revisiting) social-emotional skills and building the foundation for creating individual and group projects through related activities. We will explore fun "getting to know you" activities (including a variety of show & tell experiences and games)Lesson 2Getting to know you more..."Anything" show & tell + Invitations to participate in show & tell experiences and games. SEL storiesLesson 3Getting to know projects..."Anything" show & tell + Invitation to explore examples of multidisciplinary individual and group projectsLesson 4Getting to know projects more...Project topic exploration / invitation for learners to share what they want to learn more about... *I'll offer age-appropriate examples of ways of conducting research and sharing findings (including drawings, pictures, words/labels, graphs, models)Lesson 5Putting it all together"Anything" show & tell + brainstorming project ideasUnit 2Project ExplorationsProject Explorations25 lessons5 WeeksWeek 2Lesson 6Learner-suggested project topic explorationOngoing topic exploration/research, and discussion & representation of ideas. I support project research by sharing a variety of age-appropriate resources throughout the session. Each learner is invited to suggest a research topic. Example of this: learner identifies "firefighters" as a topic they want to learn more about. I present information (i.e. research) related to the topic and this moves us towards identifying ways of representing this topic in a project (i.e. firetruck made with Legos)Lesson 7Learner-suggested project topic explorationOngoing topic exploration/research, and discussion & representation of ideas. I support project research by sharing a variety of age-appropriate resources throughout the session. Each learner is invited to suggest a research topic.Lesson 8Learner-suggested project topic explorationOngoing topic exploration/research, and discussion & representation of ideas. I support project research by sharing a variety of age-appropriate resources throughout the session. Each learner is invited to suggest a research topic.Lesson 9Learner-suggested project topic explorationOngoing topic exploration/research, and discussion & representation of ideas. I support project research by sharing a variety of age-appropriate resources throughout the session. Each learner is invited to suggest a research topic.Lesson 10Learner-suggested project topic explorationOngoing topic exploration/research, and discussion & representation of ideas. I support project research by sharing a variety of age-appropriate resources throughout the session. Each learner is invited to suggest a research topic.Week 3Lesson 11Project Plans"Anything" show & tell Invitation to revisit project brainstorm ideas alongside findings from the topics we research during week two Invitation to explore ways of creating a plan for a project.Lesson 12Project PlansInvitation to continue discussing research findings, project brainstorm ideas and ways of creating a plan for a project.Lesson 13Project Plans"Anything" show & tell Invitation to continue discussing research findings, project brainstorm ideas and ways of creating a plan for a project.Lesson 14Project PlansInvitation to continue discussing research findings, project brainstorm ideas and move into the creation phase for a project.Lesson 15Project Plans"Anything" show & tell Invitation to continue discussing research findings, project brainstorm ideas and move into the creation phase for a project.Week 4Lesson 16Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited. It's possible that during this period more than one project will emerge.Lesson 17Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 18Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 19Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 20Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Week 5Lesson 21Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 22Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 23Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 24Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Lesson 25Project WorkDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. In the Reggio Approach project work is seen as a spiraling, reciprocal process; meaning that any part of the cycle may be repeated or revisited.Week 6Lesson 26Finalizing ProjectsDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. Project activities including finalizing representation, summarization, sharing and discussion of culminating project(s). During this week I will finalize and share project PDF(s) and/or Google Slideshow(s) with enrolled learners/families.Lesson 27Finalizing ProjectsDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. Project activities including finalizing representation, summarization, sharing and discussion of culminating project(s).Lesson 28Finalizing ProjectsDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. Project activities including finalizing representation, summarization, sharing and discussion of culminating project(s).Lesson 29Finalizing ProjectsDuring this time I will continue to offer guidance and support regarding collaborative skills, as needed. Project activities including finalizing representation, summarization, sharing and discussion of culminating project(s).Lesson 30Sharing ProjectsShowcase of individual and group projects + invitations to participate in reflection activities
- Learners will gain knowledge about a variety topics.
- Learners will enhance their cognitive, social-emotional, speech & language and motor skills.
My classes are informed by my professional and academic background as a Reggio-inspired Educator. I completed my Master's in Innovative Early Childhood Education in May 2022 in program focusing on the Reggio Emilia Approach to Early Childhood Education (University of Colorado + Boulder Journey School). I have 20 years experience as an educator, primarily as a Teaching Artist and Reggio-inspired ECE, including 4 years as an all-virtual educator through my company Curious Bluebird, LLC. I am also a Registered Yoga Teacher (offering classes for children and adults) and certified children's Yoga instructor. In 2021 I published an article about my Reggio-inspired approach to virtual education, you can read it here: https://bluebird-art.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/exchange-article_dupree-final.pdf
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Homework will be researching and documenting findings through a variety of methods. I will offer each learner / family a project plan that includes suggested activities for this. In keeping with the Reggio-inspired approach, the projects will be completed as a group. If a child is compelled to engage in an individual project I am happy to support that, however I will need to keep an eye on equitable sharing of time during our classes. In other words, the focus of the class will be on group projects and each child will be offered an equitable about of time to participate in a way that best suits their demonstrated interests.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Informal assessment of learner progress. I am happy to set up meetings with families regarding learner progress and/or questions!
1 file available upon enrollmentPaper (any type of blank paper) writing tools (i.e. pencil, marker, crayon) loose parts (items from nature and/or from common household recyclables such as food packaging) (optional) clay or play dough
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Colorado
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Nicholls State University
I offer Yoga, arts-integrated and Reggio-inspired learning experiences. My goal as an educator is to empower learners while sharing dynamic opportunities for creatively exploring concepts. My classes for young learners place special emphasis on...
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Group Class
$75
weekly or $450 for 30 classes5x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-8
3-6 learners per class