Curriculum
Holistic Education for Children Diploma Course
Module 1: Holistic education explained
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Module 2: The Steiner Approach to education
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Module 3: Core concepts
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Module 4: The holistic curriculum I
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Module 5: The holistic curriculum II
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Module 6: The role of the teacher
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Module 7: Celebrations and colour
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Module 8: Anthroposophy I
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Module 9: Anthroposophy II
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Lower School Curriculum
Understanding Lower School Curriculum:
– Explore the developmental stages of children in the lower school years.
– Discuss the goals and objectives of lower school education.
– Highlight the significance of creating a curriculum that caters to the holistic development of children.
Components of a Holistic Lower School Curriculum:
– Academic Subjects: Emphasize the integration of traditional subjects such as math, science, language arts, and social studies within a holistic framework.
– Arts and Creativity: Discuss the importance of incorporating arts, music, drama, and other creative outlets to foster self-expression and imagination.
– Physical Education and Health: Highlight the role of physical activities, sports, and health education in promoting physical well-being and overall health.
– Social and Emotional Learning: Explore strategies for fostering social skills, empathy, resilience, and emotional intelligence among students.
– Environmental Education: Discuss the significance of teaching environmental awareness, sustainability, and stewardship of the natural world.
– Character Education: Emphasize the importance of instilling values such as honesty, responsibility, respect, and compassion in students.
Implementing a Holistic Lower School Curriculum:
– Discuss practical approaches and methodologies for implementing a holistic curriculum in lower school settings.
– Explore project-based learning, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary approaches to curriculum design.
– Highlight the role of teachers, administrators, parents, and the community in supporting and enriching the holistic learning experience.
Assessment and Evaluation:
– Examine alternative methods of assessment that align with the principles of holistic education, such as portfolios, self-assessment, peer assessment, and performance-based assessments.
– Discuss the importance of ongoing assessment for understanding student progress and growth beyond traditional measures.
Conclusion:
– Summarize key concepts covered in the lesson.
– Reinforce the importance of designing a holistic curriculum that nurtures the intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual aspects of children’s development in the lower school years.