Curriculum Design & Development Flashcards

In the ADDIE model, which phase immediately follows Analysis?

Answer: Design

After Analysis, the Design phase translates needs into learning objectives, content structure, and instructional strategies.

A team coach is designing a curriculum for a cross-functional team that has varied experience levels. Which approach best addresses this diversity?

Answer: Apply differentiated learning paths that branch by experience level

Differentiated learning paths allow each learner to engage with content appropriate to their level while still meeting shared outcomes.

Which of the following is the BEST example of a well-written learning objective using Bloom's Taxonomy?

Answer: Analyze a team's sprint velocity data to identify improvement opportunities

A strong objective uses an action verb at a measurable cognitive level — 'analyze' is specific, measurable, and maps to higher-order thinking.

What is the primary purpose of a needs analysis in curriculum development for team coaching?

Answer: To identify the gap between current and desired team performance

Needs analysis pinpoints the performance gap so curriculum design targets the actual root cause rather than assumed deficiencies.

Formative assessment in a team coaching curriculum differs from summative assessment in that it:

Answer: Provides ongoing feedback to adjust instruction during the program

Formative assessment is conducted throughout the learning experience to check progress and guide real-time instructional adjustments.

When sequencing curriculum content for a team coach training program, which sequencing strategy is most effective for building complex skills?

Answer: Spiral sequencing, revisiting concepts at increasing depth

Spiral sequencing revisits foundational concepts at progressively deeper levels, reinforcing prior learning while building complexity.

A CTC designing a workshop discovers midway through delivery that participants already mastered the planned content. The BEST immediate response is to:

Answer: Skip to advanced application activities or case studies

Adaptive facilitation requires the coach to pivot to content that challenges participants at their actual level, maximizing learning value.