Under the thematic learning instruction, organization of curriculum can be based on Macro or Micro theme depending upon the topic to be covered. Main steps includes.[3]
Deciding a theme: Theme can be decided by teacher and sometimes by students and it can be a smaller concept (e.g. village, mother, climate etc.) to a large and integrated system (e.g. ecosystem, atmosphere etc.)
Integration of theme with existing curriculum: Next step of thematic learning is designing the theme in an integrative ways to existing curricula keeping the skill and content knowledge in mind.
Designing Instructions and co-curricular plans: This step includes organizing other resources and extra-curricular activities for demonstrating the theme (e.g. field trip or visit to botanical garden).
Group Activities and discussion: Group activities and discussion enable students to participate and reach on a shared perspective of the theme. This also helps in creative exploration of the subject.