In every class children have videotaped speaking opportunities. The children are able to view themselves and analyze their performance. this process stimulates communication skills and builds self-esteem.
Listed below are the learning areas covered in this innovative learning program.
Communication skill grow as children explore different methods and tools of information-sharing which have
been used throughout history. The children demonstrate newly acquired communication skills through
role-playing exercises and videotaped productions.
Children explore different styles of writing and emotional expression used in stories from around the world.
They discover how to separate fact from opinion and to communicate with enthusiasm through role-play
activities.
Children learn to see and appreciate creativity in themselves and others. Through stories and activities they
learn about different cultural styles, creativity and imagination in music, art and dance. Individual and team problem-solving skills are developed through activities using the Learning Station.
The earth reveals its wonder and variety as children explore climate, geology and forces of nature. Activities
and games on the Learning Station allow the children to take imaginary world journeys to examine and
understand the composition of the earth from its surface to its core.
The business world becomes real as children examine products from around the world. Children participate
in an imaginary marketing survey and create an advertising strategy to better understand their daily
economic impact.
Children learn about teamwork as they explore how to set and reach goals in their daily lives. Through
role-play activities they examine feelings, positive solutions to peer pressure and rules of safety.
The FasTrack® Learning Station makes numbers, time and measurement come to life through stories and
games. Children are challenged to solve problems using newly acquired numeric perception skills and
creativity as they explore mathematical shapes and patterns.
Children participate in a variety of scientific experiments including magnetism, floatation, molecular changes
and buoyancy. The children gain an understanding of scientific observation, processes and analysis
through these experiments and games.
By exploring a variety of performing arts, children gain appreciation for the rich contribution of art and
culture. Classroom activities encourage children to discover how to express their own unique originality
and abilities.
Children explore the contributions of technology as they discover what makes everyday items work. The
children apply scientific reasoning through activities examining the technology of transportation, electricity
and computers.
The FasTracKids enrichment education program is a fun-filled learning adventure for your child. It helps to bring learning to life and opens up new worlds of potential, challenge and opportunity for children.
At the heart of the FasTracKids® Curriculum are CD-ROM-based lessons delivered via The FasTrack Learning Station, a unique combination of computer technology, LCD projection and an interactive white board. The FasTrack Learning Station allows trained instructors to integrate video, sound, and illustrations into classroom sessions and enables students to interact with the things they see on screen. This exciting technology engages children in the learning process and the instructors are able to concentrate on the developmental needs of each child.
