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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
Tired of moving those marbles by hand? Build this kit to motorize any full-size Marbleocity kit. You will also need white glue, screwdriver, pliers and 2 AA batteries.
Publisher's Description of Marbleocity Motor Drive Kit
Power up your marble machine! The Marbleocity Motor Kit comes with everything you need to automate your full-size Marbleocity Dragon Coaster or Skate Park. It's a great way to enhance your Marbleocity showpiece! If you link multiple marble machines, you will need one motor per machine. The Marbleocity Motor Kit also comes with a fun comic that teaches you about some of the science that powers your motor...gear trains and torque! The Marbleocity Motor Kit is compatible with all Marbleocity kits EXCEPT the Mini Skate Park and Mini Coaster. To install, you will need household white glue, screwdriver and pliers. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.
Ages 12 & Up Assembled in USA from US and China parts. Contents: Laser-Cut Birch Wood Parts, Motor, Battery Box, Hardware, Tinkineer Graphic Novel with Assembly Instructions
Build a working desktop marble coaster out of wood! Each kit comes with dozens of pre-cut wooden pieces, metal axles, a motor, and marbles. Follow the detailed instructions to create the marble run piece-by-piece using household glue, then turn it on and watch the marbles fly. Coasters feature jumps, inclines, ramps, lifts, and more, mesmerizingly illustrating roller-coaster design and physics. Kits come with a "Tinkineer Graphic Novel" which follows a cast of characters (representing physical concepts) who help explain the scientific side of coaster-building.