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Volume One > The CONNECT Method
The CONNECTTM
Method
In this program, we use the word CONNECT as an acronym
to remind the teacher of the steps which will captivate the
student’s imagination, improve his capacity to observe, and
allow his thinking processes to be challenged. We have found
in our own homes that following these six steps allows for
an exciting and precise study of history, as well as
allowing an integration of literature, writing, and
geography with history.
It is our hope that through the study of history, along with
the CONNECTing steps, your child’s appetite for learning
will be sharpened and his thinking abilities will be
challenged. The CONNECT method is flexible, allowing it to
fit comfortably into any family or academic setting
regardless of the number of students or possible special
needs of those children.
Throughout the guide each unit will be broken down according
to the CONNECT steps. While some families may choose to skim
over one of the steps, it is important that at least a
modest amount of time be given to each one to provide a
balanced variety of learning opportunities.
The Connecting With History guide includes full explanations
of each of these steps, as well as concrete ideas for
implementing them incorporated within each of the individual
units within the program.
The six steps of the CONNECT method are:
Consider: background reading recommendations for teacher as
well as discussion questions for introducing the unit to
students
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Overview: introductory articles and outline of unit
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Notebooks: instructions for timelines, writing assignments,
hands-on activities and assignment charts, daily/weekly
reading assignments, copy and memory work
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Explore: Core, Basic and Literature reading assignments
coordinated for all levels
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Concentrate: time to "specialize" on a specific aspect of
the unit, work on individual projects
Tell: share what has been learned through presentation
of projects, oral and written reports
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