PTC PTC Curriculum Design & Standards Alignment

Question 1

Which framework is most commonly used to align curriculum design with state and national academic standards in the US?

Accepted Answer

Understanding by Design (UbD)

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Bloom's Revised Taxonomy

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ADDIE Model

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Maslow's Hierarchy

Question 2

What does 'backward design' in curriculum planning mean?

Accepted Answer

Starting with desired outcomes, then planning instruction

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Teaching content in reverse chronological order

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Reviewing previous units before introducing new ones

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Assessing students before instruction begins

Question 3

Which document typically serves as the primary guide for what students should know and be able to do at each grade level?

Accepted Answer

State Content Standards

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IEP

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Lesson Plan Template

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Scope and Sequence Chart

Question 4

A 'scope and sequence' document in curriculum design refers to:

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The breadth and order of content taught across grade levels

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A student behavior chart

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A list of approved textbooks

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An assessment rubric

Question 5

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) primarily cover which two subject areas?

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Math and English Language Arts

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Science and Social Studies

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Health and Physical Education

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Art and Music

Question 6

When aligning a lesson to standards, a teacher should FIRST:

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Identify the specific standard being addressed

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Select engaging activities

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Choose assessment tools

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Arrange classroom seating