On the first day, we come prepared with an opening activity which we and the students can use together to assess our knowledge of rhythms, ratios and patterns. Students choose groups to research these skills and knowledge areas in order to teach the rest of the class as much as they can by the end of the week. For the next three weeks, students will work on self-generated projects in the thematic area inspired by the introductory week. Students work on identifying a project to pursue. Students research and work on their project.
Students prepare a presentation or exhibition based on their work in the previous weeks of the unit.
Assess what objectives for the unit might help them recognize a need for mini-clinics to be offered at appropriate times. Enable students to request clinics on other topics as they perceive a need for them. Arrange for materials, access, etc. as necessary. One way to handle the clinics is to post newsprint on the wall for each potential clinic. If at least five students sign up for the clinic, it will be offered.