GLA Curriculum Development and Design 2

Question 1

Which curriculum design model emphasizes starting with desired learning outcomes and working backward to plan instruction?

Accepted Answer

Understanding by Design (UbD)

Answer

Understanding by Design (UbD), developed by Wiggins and McTighe, uses backward design by identifying desired results before planning instruction.

Question 2

A curriculum map is primarily used to:

Accepted Answer

Align content, skills, and assessments across time

Answer

A curriculum map provides a visual overview of what is taught across a time period, ensuring alignment of content, skills, and assessments.

Question 3

Scope and sequence in curriculum design refers to:

Accepted Answer

The breadth of topics covered and the order they are taught

Answer

Scope refers to the breadth and depth of content covered, while sequence refers to the order in which content is introduced.

Question 4

Which approach integrates two or more subject areas around a common theme or concept?

Accepted Answer

Interdisciplinary curriculum

Answer

An interdisciplinary curriculum integrates multiple subject areas around a unifying theme, helping students see connections across disciplines.

Question 5

Standards-based curriculum design ensures that:

Accepted Answer

Instructional goals align with established academic standards

Answer

Standards-based curriculum design aligns learning goals, instruction, and assessments with established academic standards.

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