EDMA620 Curriculum Design (3 cr.)

Learners plan curriculum with considerations for diverse students. Learners design course and unit plans that focus on standards and curriculum goals specific to the learner’s teaching content area.

Upon completion of this course, learners are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of standards-based national, state, and district level curriculum development.
2. Plan curriculum to meet educational standards.
3. Analyze curriculum documents to determine their theoretical basis, alignment with state and/or common core standards, and their impact on instruction.
4. Apply culturally responsive teaching principles in planning curriculum that meets the needs of all students. 
5. Plan for inclusion of higher level thinking skills into Stage 1 of UbD or unit design