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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.
Publisher's Description of ESV Student Study Bible (hardcover, gray)
The ESV Student Study Bible is adapted from the ESV Study Bible and
is ideally suited for students who are serious about God’s Word—who
want to learn more about what the Bible teaches and how the Bible
applies to all of life.
With 12,000 clear, concise study notes, the ESV Student Study Bible provides
numerous other features—including nearly 900 “Did You Know?” facts, 120
Bible character profiles, and 10 topical articles. It also features a
glossary of key terms, more than 80 maps and illustrations, an extensive
concordance, and 80,000 cross-references. These and many other features
make it the most comprehensive and content-rich student Bible available
today.
Quality Study Resources: 12,000 study notes, 80+
maps and illustrations, nearly 900 “Did You Know” facts, 120 Bible
character profiles, and 10 topical articles
Additional Study Tools: Includes a dictionary and concordance
Quality Production: All editions feature
smyth-sewn binding, with TruTone and leather editions featuring ribbon
markers and an elegant cover designed to last
