Curriculum

Benefits of an Integrated Curriculum:

1. It allows learners to explore a common theme that incorporates more than one area of study. 2. Teachers may present more meaningful experiences and link concepts in unique and creative ways. 3. Flexible schedules, variations in assessments, and a multitude of instructional activities that link concepts.

Twelve "Critical componants" that are used to design curriculum:

1. Vision statement/introduction 2. Goals and objectives 3. Content expectations/standards 4. Grouping and pacing plans 5. Pedagogy/teaching practices 6. Instructional strategies/learning activities 7. Products and materials 8. Assessment 9. Resources/technology use 10. Extension activities 11. Differentiated instruction techniques 12. Closre and follo-up

What are three componants of "instructional objectives."

1.) Targeted audience 2.) Behavior that i expected of the learner 3.) the conditions under which the learner must demonstrate knowledge

When educators use and apply standards, they should ensure that the standards are: 1.) ___________, manageable, and developmentally appropriate. 2.) ___________ on the academic subjects and core curriculum. 3.) ___________, so that students may complete work and perform in diverse ways. 4.) ___________ clearly for all parties to understand,

1.) [Rigourous], manageable, and developmentally appropriate. 2.) [Focused] on the academic subjects and core curriculum. 3.) [Leveled], so that students may complete work and perform in diverse ways. 4.) [Written] clearly for all parties to understand,

A curriculum should meet the needs of the learners and provide the following: 1.) _______ opportunities to gain core knowledge. 2.) Assorted ________ to apply the ________ knowledge. 3.) Methods to ________ the various subjects and disciplines. 4.) _________ for addressing ________ learners. 5.) Activities that are __________ and ___________. 6.) Assessments that promote _________ learning.

A curriculum should meet the needs of the learners and provide the following: 1.) "Varied" opportunities to gain core knowledge. 2.) Assorted "activities" to apply the "learned" knowledge. 3.) Methods to "integrate" the various subjeccts and disciplines. 4.) "Strategies" for addressing "diverse" learners. 5.) Activities that are "motivating" and "challenging." 6.) Assessments that promote "continued" learning.

The Integrated curriculum approach has been determined to improve academic ________, instill _______ and _______, and promote ______ learning for students.

Academic achievement; motivation and interest; lifelong learning

Curriculum Design is uaually created in what kind of format?

Chart format

Daily Planning

Comprises the regular everyday plans used in the classroom.

In Long-range planning, teachers must be aware of the ______ and ______ established in the district and ______ the standards in these plans. Teachers must _______ where the students should be by the end of the selected time period.

Expectations; Competencies; Incorporate; Predict

Sequence

Includes crritical decisions about what is necessary to include for the sequential development of skills and the aquisition of key concepts of content.

Scope

Includes hose decisions about what information and activities are significant and manageable.

Long-range planning

Includes those plans necessary for the year, the semester, the quarter, or the month.

__________ _____________ have developed standards they believe are criticcal to the effective larning of all children across th country.

National organizations

Individual Planning

Necessary when teachers are faced with diverse student needs, such as students who are gifted or talented, or those placed in special education. --> Special accommodations or curriculum modifications may be necessary for all of these students, and teachers must make plans for including these s students in the general education plans.

Integrated or (interdisciplinary) Curriculum.

One that builds upon knowledge across various subjects.

What is "scope and sequence?"

Scope and sequence is an outline of the topics and skills to be taught at each grade level.

For elementary teachers, daily planning means covering the _____ and ______ outlined in the unit plan for all subjects.

Standards; Objectives

Each state has now established a set of _________ for the subjecct areas taugh at each _______-_______.

Standards; grade-level

Teachers plan in different ways and according to the requirements set forth by their ____, their _______, and their ____.

State; District; School

The framework of curriculum is set according to the individual _______ by the standards that are presented for each _______ level.

States; Grade

How does an integrated curriculum support skill development and knowledge acquisition?

Students may pursue the study of a specific topic that provides learning activities related to mathematics, art, social studies, science, language arts, music, and other subjects.

Curriculum Design is organized according to _________ levels at which each is taught.

Successive

Under which act are school required by federl law to demonstrate standards-based instruction in their educational programs?

The "No Child Left Behind Act" (NCLB) of 2001

What is the purpose of "instructional objectives?"

To provide an understanding of the desired learning outcomes.

In long-range planning, the plans are generally broken into _____ or _____, and teachers must also consider the ______ testing needs that will arise.

Units; Themes; Standardized

What is the purpose of curriculum?

a.) A curriculum refleccts the values, needs, and desires a school and community holds for students. b.) It should enable each learner to reach his or her potential and the highes level of achievement possible. c.) The curriculum should allow individuals to flourish using their own talents and abilities. d.) It must deliver a sense of enthusiasm and motivation for learning, promote physical and emotional well being, and address various beliefs and cultures. e.) It should enable individuals to gain skills (making informed choices and decisions, thinking independently, communicating with others) necessary to lead a productive and contributing life.

Instructional objectives should be consistent with the overall ______-_____ goals setfor the curriculum or ________ subject area.

broad-based; individual

Each instructional objective should help ________ what an educator intends for the learner to ______ by the end of the unit or lesson.

identfy; know

Each instructional objective should be stated in _______, ________, and ______ terms.

realistic; measurable; precise