Online Class: Fourth Grade Curriculum

This course will guide you through typical curriculum expectations for the fourth grade level. This includes the recommended national standards for eight academic disciplines. National standards are voluntary only, and each teacher should check with state and local school districts for any mandatory curriculum requirements.

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Course Description

Online Course: "Mastering Fourth Grade: A Comprehensive Curriculum Guide"

Dive into a meticulously crafted course that unveils the vast wonders of the fourth-grade curriculum. Whether you're an educator, parent, or curriculum planner, this course offers a comprehensive look into the pivotal fourth-grade year—a time of intellectual growth, curiosity, and endless potential.

Unpacking the Fourth-Grade Experience:

A Holistic Overview: Begin your journey with a panoramic view of the fourth-grade landscape. Grasp the nuances of child development, the unique learning needs at this stage, and glean practical strategies for effective parent-teacher communication.
Building Strong Foundations: Explore the art and science of curriculum design. Understand the pivotal role of educators in molding young minds, catering to diverse learning styles, and the significance of weaving assessments seamlessly into the curriculum.
Diving Deep into Academic Horizons: Delve into the core of eight critical academic disciplines. Each lesson is a treasure trove of curriculum standards, innovative activities, and expert teaching tips:
- Dive into the World of Reading & English Usage, with an emphasis on literature.
- Crafting Words with Writing.
- The Mathematical Labyrinth: Numbers, Patterns, and More!
- Science: The Realm of Discovery and Wonders.
- Embarking on Journeys with Social Studies.
- Art: Painting a World of Creativity.
- Dance to the Tunes of Music & Movement.
- The Magic of Theatre with Creative Dramatics.
Revolutionizing Teaching Methodologies: As modern education evolves, so should our teaching techniques. Discover transformative strategies that prioritize active engagement over traditional lecture-based approaches. Embrace interactive teaching paradigms, proven to ignite students' innate curiosity, foster deep understanding, and bridge classroom knowledge to real-world applications.
Leveraging Play & Imagination: Harness the natural playfulness and boundless energy of fourth graders. Learn to craft lessons that fuse academic rigor with play, ensuring learning is not only effective but also joyous. Integrate arts, movement, and creativity to craft a multidimensional learning experience that resonates with young learners.

Empower yourself with a course meticulously tailored for the enthusiastic educators of tomorrow. By understanding the depth and breadth of the fourth-grade curriculum, you equip yourself to nurture the next generation, ensuring they not only learn but thrive. Join us on this enlightening journey and reshape the future of fourth-grade education.

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Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:

"Extraordinarily Helpful"

(233 votes)

Lesson 1 - 4th Grade Overview

Children entering fourth grade are usually about nine years old. Fourth grade moves at a more challenging pace than the early grades. 1 Total Points

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Introduction Assignment

Lesson 2 - Creating Curriculum

In this lesson, we will address methods to plan lessons so that you cover required content, engage students at all levels, and assess what is learned. 10 Total Points

Lesson 2 Video
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3 - Writing

In fourth grade, children begin to see clearly how paragraphs and stories are put together. 10 Total Points

Lesson 3 Video
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4 - Reading and English Usage

In order to both engage and strengthen readers, teachers are moving to a more balanced mix of real-world material in a variety of genres, coaching students with appropriate techniques, and providing social opportunities to talk about books. 10 Total Points

Lesson 4 Video
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5 - Mathematics

Math teaching at this age must be active and challenging while helping students to understand math concepts. 10 Total Points

Lesson 5 Video
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6 - Science

It may be some comfort to know that the focus has shifted from teaching students scientific facts to memorize to helping students learn to think scientifically. 10 Total Points

Lesson 6 Video
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7 - Social Studies

During this year, students will likely study their home state in depth. They may also look at geographic regions of the world. 10 Total Points

Lesson 7 Video
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8 - Art

Nearly every state has adopted a form of the national standards established for the visual arts. 10 Total Points

Lesson 8 Video
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9 - Music and Movement

It is a relatively new development that learning the arts has been seen as an important academic discipline in its own right. 10 Total Points

Lesson 9 Video
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10 - Creative Dramatics

Drama ties in with the formal education goals of the curriculum by promoting language arts development, problem-solving skills, and role-playing topics learned in other disciplines. 45 Total Points

Lesson 10 Video
Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
Assessment: The Final Exam

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Total Course Points

Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

Summarize 4th grade curriculum requirements.
Describe the processes and challenges of creating curriculum for the fourth grade
Identify and summarize the fourth grade curriculum requirements for writing, reading and English usage, mathematics, science, and social studies.
Identify and summarize the fourth grade curriculum requirements for art, music, and creative dramatics.
Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.

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Course Title: Fourth Grade Curriculum

Course Number: 8900185

Lessons Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars (233 votes)

Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries

Category:

UniversalClass.com > Teacher Resources > Teacher Curriculum

Availability: This course is online and available in all 50 states including: California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Texas.

Last Updated: September 2023

Course Type: Self-Paced, Online Class

CEU Value: 0.3 IACET CEUs (Continuing Education Units)

CE Accreditation: Universal Class, Inc. has been accredited as an Authorized Provider by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET).

Grading Policy: Earn a final grade of 70% or higher to receive an online/downloadable CEU Certification documenting CEUs earned.

Assessment Method: Lesson assignments and review exams

Instructor: Dr. Deirdre Mithaug

Syllabus: View Syllabus

Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars