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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 Science 8 Lifepac - Unit 10 Worktext
Is your student ready to learn about how science fits in with technology? Is he ready to learn what other types of sciences are out there? Your child is ready for the LIFEPAC General Science II Unit 10 Worktext from Alpha Omega Publications! This final unit in a series of ten science worktexts presents lessons in basic science, physical science, and life science. Plus, if your student is considering a career in science, he will especially enjoy the lesson devoted to vocations in science. Your student will have fun completing experiments, activities, and exercises reinforcing what he learns in lessons.
The LIFEPAC homeschool curriculum uses an innovative mastery learning approach, so your student will understand each concept before moving on to harder material. Does your student dread having to work from an oversized textbook? He won't dread his LIFEPAC worktexts when he realizes he can finish each one in just three to four weeks. Watch your child's confidence build as he works by himself to complete the easy-to-follow, student-paced lessons! This Alpha Omega curriculum comes complete with reviews, several self tests, and one removable teacher-administered test.
Grade 8: General Science II Science &Society, The Structure of Matter I, The Structureof Matter II, Health & Nutrition, Energy I, EnergyII, Machines I, Machines II, Balance in Nature,Science & Technology
