In the United States, algebra is seen as the gateway course to higher-level math courses and, in some cases, even college. It also plays a crucial role in many areas of study, including science, engineering, and finance. Since this is usually the first encounter with...
Multiplication is the third mathematical operation students learn. Many standards-aligned curricula introduce multiplication around the third grade. Mastery of multiplying multi-digit numbers, decimals, and fractions is usually expected by the end of the fifth grade....
When developing quality curriculum, clearly articulated goals and objectives are the key to success. Understanding what students should learn each school year and course allows curriculum designers to plan effectively for day-to-day learning as well as for long-term...
Quality curriculum development means combining educational standards, subject matter expertise, and instructional design into a cohesive flow that is appropriate for the target learner. There are four broad steps to the curriculum development process. These steps...
If someone made a sitcom about curriculum planning with the classic “odd couple,” those would be an instructional designer and a content writer. Though both have the same goal, to maximize learning, they have different approaches to the task. It is possible for one...
This is the third installment in a four-part blog series about authentic learning experiences. In the first part we focused on what authentic learning is. The second part looked at how to develop authentic learning experiences. This post shows you how to integrate...