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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  • 10
    Lessons
  • 11
    Exams &
    Assignments
  • 270
    Students
    have taken this course
  • 3
    Hours
    average time
  • 0.3
    CEUs
 
 
 

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:

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.
  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  • Completely Online
  • Self-Paced
  • Printable Lessons
  • Full HD Video  
  • 6 Months to Complete
  • 24/7 Availability
  • Start Anytime
  • PC & Mac Compatible
  • Android & iOS Friendly
  • Accredited CEUs
Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider
 
 

Course Lessons

Average Lesson Rating:
4.9 / 5 Stars (Average Rating)
"Extraordinarily Helpful"
(244 votes)

Lesson 1 - 4th Grade Overview

1 Points
Children entering fourth grade are usually about nine years old. Fourth grade moves at a more challenging pace than the early grades.
  • Lesson 1 Video
  • Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Complete: Introduction Assignment

Lesson 2 - Creating Curriculum

10 Points
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.
  • Lesson 2 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3 - Writing

10 Points
In fourth grade, children begin to see clearly how paragraphs and stories are put together.
  • Lesson 3 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4 - Reading and English Usage

10 Points
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.
  • Lesson 4 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5 - Mathematics

10 Points
Math teaching at this age must be active and challenging while helping students to understand math concepts.
  • Lesson 5 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6 - Science

10 Points
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.
  • Lesson 6 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7 - Social Studies

10 Points
During this year, students will likely study their home state in depth. They may also look at geographic regions of the world.
  • Lesson 7 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8 - Art

10 Points
Nearly every state has adopted a form of the national standards established for the visual arts.
  • Lesson 8 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9 - Music and Movement

10 Points
It is a relatively new development that learning the arts has been seen as an important academic discipline in its own right.
  • Lesson 9 Video
  • Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10 - Creative Dramatics

45 Points
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.
  • Lesson 10 Video
  • Lesson discussions: What is your opinion of this course?; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course); Course Comments; Reasons for Taking this Course
  • Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam
  • Assessment: The Final Exam
126
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.
 

Additional Course Information

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Course Title: Fourth Grade Curriculum
Course Number: 8900185
Lessons Rating: 4.9 / 5 Stars (244 votes)
Languages: English - United States, Canada and other English speaking countries
Availability: This course is accessible online throughout all states, including California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, and Georgia. It's also available in top English-speaking countries like the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Last Updated: May 2024
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
Syllabus: View Syllabus
Course Fee: $120.00 U.S. dollars

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