The Hanahau‘oli Teacher Collaborative: An Institute for Interdisciplinary Curriculum Design
Our annual summer Institute is a 7-day seminar & practicum experience in the design of thematic units with an emphasis on engaging students in project-based learning. The institute seminars are taught by retired Head of School Dr. Robert G. Peters, PDC Director Amber Strong ’89 Makaiau, and a team of over 10 experienced classroom teachers from Hanahau‘oli School. At the seminar, participants learn with colleagues, hear first-hand from practitioners, observe thematic lessons, ask questions, and explore the challenges and rewards of thematic instruction with individual coaching. The Institute includes the development of a unit draft with outcomes, instructional strategies and assessment tools to take back to your classroom. Work time is incorporated throughout, with access to curriculum coaches, progressive education resources, and opportunities for ongoing dialogue beyond the institute.
Participants currently enrolled in the Hanahau‘oli Teacher Collaborative have access to an online resource page containing video lectures, readings, and additional resources. Please click on the link below and enter the password provided on your course syllabus to access the site.
For this summer’s dates, fees, scholarships (when applicable) and a link to register, please visit the PDC Events Calendar below.