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Expert: - 3/27/2010


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Hi
Why is it crucial or important to develop a unit plan before you begin to teach the unit?
Thanks
Eleonor

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Dear Eleonor,

If you don't plan the unit, how will you know what you want the students to learn during the teaching of the unit?  You need to know what's important and what's not, approximately how long it will take to teach the concepts, what activities you will assign for maximum learning, and how you plan to evaluate your students' progress.  All these things are essential if you don't want to waste your students' (or your own) time.

Sincerely,
Bonnie

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Bonnie Shimmin

Expertise

I can answer questions about teaching and learning in grades K-8, having taught all those grades. As a former principal I can discuss techniques and responsibilities in administration of public schools. I am especially familiar with California laws and educational history. I have no personal knowledge or experience with home schooling or private schools.

Experience

Public School Teacher in grades K-8: All grade levels - specializing in English and Social Sciences. Specialist in Gifted and Talented Education. Specialist in Categorical Program Evaluation. Administrator (Principal or Assistant Principal) in elementary (K-6) and middle schools (6-8).

Organizations
Retired Principals Association UCLA Alumni Association

Publications
"What if...?" In-frequently Asked Questions by Principals "My Brain Makes Learning Fun: Gifted Students Speak Out" Vols 1 and 2 Yearly Categorical Program Evaluation Reports

Education/Credentials
B.A. from UCLA in English with a minor in Social Sciences. M.A. from California Polytechnic University in Education, specializing in Instructional Technology and Media CA Elementary Credential - Life CA Secondary Credential - Life (English & Social Sciences) CA Administrative Credential

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