The Leonardo effect
Subtitle: motivating children to achieve through interdisciplinary learning
By: [edited by] Ivor Hickey and Deirdre Robson
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013
Place of publication: New York, NY
Language: eng
Number of pages: 157
ISBN-13: 9780415604833; 9780415604840; 9780203817919
Subjects: EDUCATION / Elementary; Motivation in education; Creative teaching; Curricula; EDUCATION / General; Elementary Education; EDUCATION / Educational Psychology; Interdisciplinary approach in education
Description: "The Leonardo Effect ties together the whole primary curriculum by demonstrating the ways in which art and science can be integrated, allowing children to build up both skills and knowledge. It also equips teachers to teach in a more creative and inspiring manner improving children's engagement and attainment. The method aims to excite children's curiosity and to capture their imaginations, igniting a passion for self-motivated learning. Divided into two parts, the first section consists of overview chapters written by lecturers in Education who describe The Leonardo Effect's unique method of integrating art and science in detail, and the outcomes achievable. Part two comprises a series of illustrated case studies contributed by teachers and head teachers who have embedded The Leonardo Effect in their schools, found it has transformed their curriculum, and has been positively evaluated by inspectors. These case studies deal with: - literacy; - creativity; - disaffected learners; - learners with special needs; - school leadership; and - assessment. This book is based on the experiences of researchers, teachers and school leaders who tested The Leonardo Effect in primary schools throughout the British Isles. It has been shown to transform children's learning and raise attainment. Feedback from the schools demonstrates how it enhances teaching and learning. The Leonardo Effect is ideal for students and practising teachers, curriculum developers and academics working in the field of education"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.