This document provides information on unit planning for teaching. Some key points:
- A unit consists of carefully selected subject matter organized into lessons to meet students' needs and interests. It includes both content and teaching methods.
- Characteristics of a unit include flexibility, segmented and arranged content, and evaluation.
- Factors to consider in unit planning are content analysis, objectives, teaching/learning activities, resources, and evaluation tools.
- Developing a comprehensive unit plan helps teachers balance dimensions of the course and move beyond traditional textbook teaching.