An important part of learning is making connections among learning experiences. The basis of the interrelated unit is its exploration of a common idea or theme through the four strands. It is intended that the teacher weave experiences from all four strands into one unit of study. The unit begins with an experience in one strand.
Experiences then move with flexibility among the four strands.
For example, the unit could begin with a drama experience, move to music, then back to drama, move to dance, and so on. The unit should fulfill the foundational objective for the interrelated unit, as well as appropriate strand-specific objectives. It is essential that each experience in an interrelated unit be based on objectives of the strand or strands from which the experience is drawn. The interrelated unit is optional, to be included in programs which have the total time allotment available for Arts Education. This unit can be delivered at any time during the school year.