Description
How can you design lessons that not only meet standards but also spark curiosity and engagement? What if your curriculum planning process could bring both clarity and creativity to every classroom experience? Effective curriculum design is more than a checklist—it is a craft. Research shows that well-structured curricula aligned to standards, built on cohesive units, and adaptable to diverse learners can significantly boost student achievement. Join Dr. Dr. Ronnie Doughty for this actionable, strategy-packed session where you will explore the foundations of curriculum writing, strategic planning, and successful implementation. Learn how to align standards with engaging instruction, build cohesive units, and differentiate plans to meet every learner where they are. Whether you are refreshing existing materials or starting from scratch, you will walk away with tools to transform your planning process and elevate student outcomes. Dr. Doughty's expertise will help you become the architect of meaningful, standards-based learning experiences that bring brilliance to every classroom.
Objectives
List the key components of an effective curriculum design. Describe the relationship between standards, instruction, and student outcomes. Implement one curriculum design technique to create or revise a lesson or unit. Examine an existing unit for coherence and alignment with learning goals. Critique current curriculum practices to identify gaps or areas for improvement. Design a mini curriculum framework using a provided template or model to support purposeful instruction.
