Shown below is a sample of an integrated Problem-Based Unit:

The Problem

A primary school is thinking of playing background music in the classroom as students work. What type of music would you suggest? Is there evidence to suggest this helps learning?

Math	Science	Social Studies
Does "music therapy" work? Students will look at academic statistics to determine if the use of background music has been successful in trials. They will then present an argument to promote or discourage the use of music therapy.	How can we test the benefits of "music therapy"? Students will review an experiment that tests how plants respond to different types of music. They will then consider whether the results of these experiments can be used to promote or discourage the use of background music.	How has music played a significant role in history? Students will review the role of music in world history. Using this information, they will present an argument as to why music is significant, as well as propose how it can best be used to help students.
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DOK1: Students will review the "Benefits of Background Music" article. Students will review the pre- and post experimental test score results.	DOK1: Students will review the "Music & Plants" science experiment.	DOK1: Students will review the "A Quick Thought on Music" editorial. Students will review the "National Anthem" essay.
DOK2: Teachers will lead classroom discussion with specific leading questions.	DOK2: Teachers will lead classroom discussion with specific leading questions.	DOK2: Teachers will lead classroom discussion with specific leading questions

Language Arts

Gathering evidence from the stimulus items provided students should list the pros and cons of playing music in a classroom. Students should present an argument either in favor of or opposing music in the classroom.

DOK - varied

DOK1:

Review a variety of print and multi-media resources.

DOK2:

Teachers will lead classroom discussion with specific leading questions.