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22 - Emma Turner on Primary Curriculum Design and Cognitive Science

Knowledge for Teachers

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Building Connections in Curriculum Design

This chapter discusses the importance of intentional and purposeful connections between different learning areas in primary curriculum design. The speakers emphasize the need to avoid forcing unrelated connections and instead focus on improving children's knowledge and understanding of specific topics or concepts. They also introduce the concept of 'marigolds' - units of work that enhance and enrich the learning experience when placed next to other units.

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