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Key elements of the SACSA Frameworks

The following KidPix teaching and learning ideas have been aligned with the South Australian Curriculum Standards and Accountability Framework. The key elements of the SACSA framework and the explanation of symbols used on the KidPix activity pages are outlined below. Kidpix is a versatile open-ended learning tool that encourages children to investige, explore and take risks. It facilitates the development of higher order thinking skills, and allows for constructivist experimentation. Although it is appropriate for independent learning, it lends itself particularly well to partner activities, by providing an environment for the discussion of ideas, problem solving, listening to others, negotiating and cooperating. Because of its flexibility, it can be easily integrated into most areas of the curriculum.  Most of the work samples provided on the following pages were created by my Year 3 students, using KidPix Studio. Other versions of KidPix may also be used, keeping in mind that the new KidPix Deluxe 3 doesn't provide some of the randomly generated Wacky Paintbrush options that I used for a variety of Mathematics activities.  I quite often make templates when working with younger students, because it enables them to focus on particular ideas and concepts, and avoids them getting bogged down with unnecessary time-consuming tasks that don't contribute to the learning process.

Integrating KidPix into the Mathematics Curriculum

Pattern Fun Multiplication Fun Estimating and Checking Length Estimating and Checking Area Graphs What Are Our Names Worth? My Day by the Clock Counting Sea Creatures Colour Rectangles

Integrating KidPix into the Science Curriculum

Parts of Plants Parts of Seeds Fish Labelled Diagrams

Integrating KidPix into the Society and the Environment Curriculum

Map of Australia Map of South Australia Coordinates Treasure Hunt Maps 1 and 2 Treasure Island Postcards Hidden Village Aboriginal Flags and Reconciliation

Integrating KidPix into the Arts Curriculum

Clowns Symmetrical Patterns Houses Decorated Easter Eggs

Integrating KidPix into the Health and Physical Education Curriculum

All About Me Our Favourite Things Award Yourself a Certificate My Name in Different Fonts

Integrating KidPix into the English Curriculum

All About Me Quilt Rainbow Fish The Very Hungry Caterpillar What the Very Hungry Caterpillar Ate Elmer the Patchwork Elephant The Rainbow Snake Tiddalik

Some Key Elements of the SACSA Framework

Curriculum Bands Early Years Band : Birth - Year 2 Primary Years Band : Years 3, 4 and 5 Middle Years Band : Years 6, 7, 8 and 9 Learning Areas Arts Design and Technology English Health and Physical Education Languages Mathematics Science Society and environment Essential Learnings   Futures (F) Learners develop the flexibility to respond to change, recognise connections with the past and conceive solutions for preferred futures. Identity (Id) Learners develop a positive sense of self and group, accept individual and group responsibilities and respect individual and group differences. Interdependence (In) Learners develop the ability to work in harmony with others and for common purposes, within and across cultures. Thinking (T) Learners become independent and critical thinkers, with the ability to appraise information, make decisions, be innovative and devise creative solutions. Communication (C) Learners develop their abilities to communicate powerfully using literacy, numeracy and information and communication technologies. Key Competencies  KC1 : collecting, analysing and organising information KC2 : communicating ideas and information KC3 : planning and organising activities KC4 : working with others in teams KC5 : using mathematical ideas and techniques KC6 : solving problems KC7 : using technology

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February,  2002