Is there research any one can point me to, other than the NAGC standards, about an ideal curriculum for an elementary or middle school? I'm specifically looking for something that supports the concept of project based learning or integrated learning (with a variety of skills) under a thematic umbrella.
The new "curriculum" for GATE this year has a trimester focusing on language arts, another focusing on creative and performing arts, and another on STEM topics. (So, a math/science kid will have to wait until spring to get to his or her subject!)
I wore my "Low Expectations Mom" hat to back to school night so I didn't say anything, but the more I think about it, the more of an abysmal concept it seems to be. I'd like to pull out my "Squeaky Wheel Mom" hat and write to the principal to voice my deep concerns, but would like to have research to back me up.
