The GLOBE model weaves together dual-language immersion, constructivism, positive discipline, service learning and reading/writing workshop to create its unique model. Here is a collection of resources about our model to help foster deeper understanding. Please help contribute to our school community's knowledge base. If you find other articles on these topics that are useful, please share them by sending the link here and please put "new articles for PTCC site" in the subject. Thanks!
Language Resources
French resources Mandarin resources Spanish resources Free language apps World music - Mamalisa Libraries The DeKalb County Public Library system, Chamblee and Northlake branches, in particular, has a collection of children’s foreign language books. Decatur main branch also has a number of french materials. The DCPL also has an on-line language learning program called Mango, similar to Rosetta Stone but free! |
About Constructivism
Constructivism in the elementary classroom What is a Constructivist Classroom Constructivist Foundations of Teaching for Learning About social constructivism About constructivism/dual-language and testing About Positive Discipline A New Course in Learning About Service Learning Change the World with Service Learning - book Doing Good Together - building meaningful communities - book About Dual-Language Immersion Utah Mandarin Immersion Council Utah Dual-Language Immersion Program Video Language Immersion - and why - many videos and articles About Reading/Writing Workshop Mini-lessons - lots of examples |