A description of the components and initiatives follows. The Common Essential Learnings are those knowledge, skills, and attitudes that can be developed across the curriculum. The incorporation of the Common Essential Learnings into media studies assists students with learning the concepts, skills, and attitudes necessary for success both in school and beyond. This curriculum assumes that teachers will provide for the authentic incorporation of the C.E.L.s, where possible. Media Studies 20 offers many opportunities for this incorporation.
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The Adaptive Dimension is an essential part of the Media Studies 20 program. Like the Common Essential Learnings, the Adaptive Dimension permeates all curriculum and instruction. The Adaptive Dimension addresses the importance of providing alternatives for students' learning and evaluation to promote optimum success for each student. Learning environments for students can be made more accessible through adapting instructional settings, methods, or materials. Some guidelines follow.