| A | B |
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| curriculum | A written plan for learning experiences |
| theme | One central topic around which activities are selected |
| spiral curriculum | A curriculum based on the fact that as children grow, their circle of interests becomes larger. |
| emergent curriculum | A curriculum based on children’s interests and experiences |
| concept | A generalized idea or notion |
| learning objective | Describes the expected outcome of an activity |
| block plan | An overall view of the curriculum. It outlines the general plans |
| activity plan/lesson plan | A comprehensive plan of learning experiences for children |
| conditions of performance | What materials, equipment, or tools the students will use |
| behaviors | Visible activities done by the students |
| level of performance | States the minimum standard of achievement |
| motivation | Ways to gain the students’ attention and cause them to want to participate |
| procedures | Step-by-step directions |
| introduction | The way an activity is begun |
| closure | The way an activity is brought to an end |
| rationale | A reason or purpose for a choice |
