CPI Curriculum Mapping & Alignment 2

Question 1

When conducting a backward design curriculum map, which step comes FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Identify desired learning outcomes

Answer

Backward design begins by identifying the desired results (outcomes) before planning instruction or assessments.

Question 2

A curriculum map that shows what is taught in each course across a program is best described as which type of alignment?

Accepted Answer

Horizontal alignment

Answer

Horizontal alignment ensures consistency in what is taught across different courses or sections at the same level.

Question 3

Which tool is most commonly used to visually display the relationship between course objectives and program-level outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Curriculum matrix

Answer

A curriculum matrix (or alignment matrix) maps course-level objectives against program outcomes to show coverage and gaps.

Question 4

In curriculum alignment, 'congruence' refers to the degree to which:

Accepted Answer

Taught content, assessments, and standards match

Answer

Congruence in curriculum alignment means that what is taught, how it is assessed, and the governing standards are all in agreement.

Question 5

A CPI instructor notices that the same foundational concept is taught in three separate courses without building complexity. This is a problem of:

Accepted Answer

Lack of vertical alignment

Answer

Lack of vertical alignment occurs when content does not progressively build upon prior knowledge across levels.

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