Roots of Empathy Resource Materials
The ROE Resource Materials are recommended to support the delivery of the ROE program in classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 8 across Canada.
Description
Author : Mary Gordon, Heather McFarlane (editor)
Roots of Empathy, 2000
black and white, with binder, hard cover, 1005 pages
This resource is also available in French
Grades : K-8
Concepts : Empathy, social/emotional learning, character education, anti-bullying/violence, diversity
Subjects : The Arts, Language, Mathematics, Social Sciences
ROE Trainer's Manual (3 Day Instructor Training)
Mary Gordon (Author), Donna Letchford (Editor), 2004
black and white, with binder, hard cover, 208 pages
ROE Trainer's Manual (Mid Year Instructor Training)
Mary Gordon (Author), Donna Letchford (Editor), 2004
black and white, with binder, hard cover, 61 pages
ROE Mentor's Manual
Mary Gordon (Author), Donna Letchford (Editor), 2004
black and white, with binder, hard cover, 239 pages
ROE Professional Development Workshop Manual
Mary Gordon (Author), Melanie Gordon, Suzanne Kimball, and Sandra Weeks (Editors)
black and white, with binder, hard cover, 151 pages
CSC Evaluation
Curriculum Correlation
The Roots of Empathy (ROE) Resource Materials support the delivery of the ROE program in classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 8 across Canada. The materials support learning in Language Arts, Health, Mathematics, The Arts and Social Studies.
Content
The materials focus both on the training and professional development of individuals who deliver the program and on the curriculum offered to students. The training materials support both the instructors and the mentors who supervise them in understanding the philosophy of the program and in developing the skills they need to serve in their roles. The curriculum materials give students the opportunity to develop knowledge of human development, empathy, and emotional literacy. Credible resources and expertise have been used in the development of this resource. Relevant information is presented in adequate depth to support knowledge and understanding for the targeted audiences. Subject-specific language is used accurately in the student curriculum for the targeted age groups.
Methodology
The materials make connections to the home, the workplace, the community, and the school as appropriate. The training materials engage participants in a variety of interactive activities including role plays, demonstrations, and singing. The curriculum materials provide multiple opportunities for students to problem-solve, work collaboratively, and listen respectfully. The students are also provided with opportunities to communicate their learning using oral, visual, and written forms.
Assessment
The resource includes a number of evaluation and tracking forms to help monitor the success of the program.
Format
The materials follow a logical pattern that promotes intuitive use. The manuals support instructors and mentors in delivering the program in the classroom. These manuals are not intended for the classroom teacher (see Additional Notes); however, the classroom teacher is provided with options for extension and transfer. The curriculum materials are divided into nine themes, with three classroom visits supporting each theme (a pre-family visit, family visit, and post-family visit) for a total of 27 visits. Each of the nine themes is further broken down into four age ranges: Kindergarten, Primary (Grades 1?3), Junior (Grades 4?6), and Senior (Grades 7?8).
Bias
The ROE Resource Materials present a balanced perspective.
Review Recommendation
The ROE Resource Materials are recommended to support the delivery of the ROE program in classrooms from Kindergarten to Grade 8 across Canada.
Additional Notes:
The ROE program is delivered by trained ROE instructors and is monitored by trained mentors. The classroom teacher plays the role of observer of the students.
Contact Information
Donna Letchford
Director - Curriculum and Program Delivery
Roots of Empathy
250 Ferrand Dr., Suite 800
Toronto, ON M3C 3G8
416-204-7893
Fax: 416-944-9295
e-mail: dletchford@rootsofempathy.org
http://www.rootsofempathy.org
Lisa Fernandes
Manager of Curriculum
Roots of Empathy
250 Ferrand Dr., Suite 800
Toronto, ON M3C 3G8
416-204-7898
Fax: 416-944-9295
e-mail: lfernandes@rootsofempathy.org
http://www.rootsofempathy.org
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Note: These learning resources are recommended by Curriculum Services Canada. However, such a recommendation is of the resource only and should not be construed as a general recommendation of the developer of such a resource or the developer's business or related activities. While CSC recommends a resource on pedagogical grounds, the end user is fully responsible for its use.