Curriculum Map EDU 546

curriculum map pacing guide lesson plan

Melissa Boomer EDU 546 Dr. Gary Macdaniel

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curriculum map

curriculum map

• Outlines potential assessments to measure student learning.
• Recommends instructional strategies and resources.
• Considers differentiation for diverse learners.

A comprehensive document outlining the overall learning goals and content for a grade level or subject over a specific timeframe

• Aligns with state and national standards.
• Identifies key learning objectives and essential questions.

The curriculum map serves as the blueprint for student learning. It establishes the "big picture" by aligning learning objectives with content standards (Praise, n.d.).

pacing guide

pacing guide

• Identifies corresponding assessments to measure student mastery.
• Provides flexibility to adjust pacing based on student needs.

A time management tool that breaks down the curriculum map into manageable units and allocates time for each learning objective.

• Divides curriculum content into weekly or monthly segments.
• Specifies the learning objectives to be addressed during each timeframe.

The pacing guide acts as a roadmap, ensuring teachers stay on track with the curriculum throughout the term. It creates a framework for instruction (Guskey, 2000).

lesson plan

lesson plan

• Considers differentiation to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Includes a plan for assessment to gauge student understanding.
• Provides a space for reflection on the lesson's effectiveness.

A detailed plan outlining the specific activities and instructional strategies used to achieve a learning objective within a specific timeframe (e.g., lesson).

The lesson plan is the teacher's daily blueprint for instruction. It translates the learning objectives from the curriculum map and pacing guide into engaging activities and assessments specific to a single lesson. (Wiggins & McTighe, 2005)

• Clearly defines the learning objective(s) for the lesson.
• Outlines engaging instructional activities and strategies.
• Details the materials and resources needed for the lesson.

Curriculum Map

lesson plan

pacing guide

Individual teachers create them based on the curriculum map and pacing guide. They use them to guide daily instruction.

Developed by teachers based on the curriculum map. Used by teachers to manage instruction and communicate with colleagues and administrators.

Created by curriculum specialists collaborating with teachers, content experts, and administrators. Used by teachers, administrators, and parents.

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curriculum map foundations

Effective Instruction

Curriculum Map

Pacing Guide

Lesson Plans

Scope and Sequence

Benchmarks

Short Planning

Long Term Planning

Aligned Resources

Daily Instruction

Mid-Term Planning

Daily Instruction

Big Picture

Timeline

Assessments

Standards

references

Guskey, T. R. (2000). Evaluating professional development. Thousand Oaks, CA: Corwin Press. Praise for the Second Edition of The New Taxonomy of Educational Objectives. (n.d.). https://www.ifeet.org/files/The-New-taxonomy- of-Educational-Objectives.pdf Wiggins, G., & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design (2nd ed.). Alexandria, VA: ASCD.