BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WINDOW

ACTION ACTIVITY: Travel The World

Research indicates that the bond that exists

between the student and the teacher is directly proportional to the students’ willingness to absorb information presented. Understanding this concept, the learning strategy called “Beyond The Classroom Window” utilizes action activities designed to promote, enhance or reinforce this bond. Proper preparation and application of this strategy creates an atmosphere of “family.” Discipline problems are replaced with a desire for learning adventure.

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Illinois Learning Standards: State Science Goals #11, 12, and 13 tie directly into this activity. With additional provisions, you can also include areas of geography, government, etc.

Information pertaining to this activity may be obtained by contacting:

Coulterville Unit District #1

101 West Grant Street

Coulterville, Illinois 62237 Tracy Wolf (618) 758-2881

Equipment required for this activity: You will need to decide on an item to send around the world. We recommend you develop something light and small, thus making it easy for the carrier. Our class decided on a district flag.

Special Note: Coulterville sends its flag around the world and at the same time learns from the travels. Recruiting the assistance of those traveling to different locations around the world; the students of Coulterville Jr. High request a photograph of their flag at different locations. Once received, they investigate the area and learn everything they can about it. This may include multiple subject areas (e.g., population, environment, government, etc.). Information accumulated over many years will bring the world closer to your students.

Example: Coulterville Eagles Flag flying at the South Pole. (Scientist working at the pole).