Curriculum Design

Vertical

Horizontal

Planning

Interdisciplinary and based on real-life
scenarios. Independent and self- directed
learning. Teacher plans learning goals, students have
input and direct the learning/projects.

Instruction

Opportunities for several pathway/modality.
Learning outside classroom, Case studies
debrief and reflection . Teacher
and student work together to challenge idea at
hand and lead the direction of activities/research.

Assessment

Final assessment synthesizes the
students research, solutions, and
learning. Student self assessments,
self reflection, individual and group
rubrics, individualized specific feedback
based on outcome of learning.

Planning

Teacher plans without student input. Plans to
meet learning objectives outlined in curriculum to meet
grade level.

Instruction

Instructional lessons and activities use of
course materials and textbooks. Emphasis is placed
on acquisition, memorization, and knowledge of each
specific content area.

Assessment

Benchmarks and looking to meet set standards. Formal testing, unit exams, multiple choice or a structured response.

Balance

Scope

Articulation

Sequence

Integration

Continuity

Academia

Social

Technology

Individual/ Self Actualization

Planning

Teacher plans with student choice and
interest in mind. Activities geared to
meet students needs/desires.

Instruction

Instruction is done through inquiry,
problem based learning, games, and
cooperative learning.

Assessment

Assessment 'for' and 'as' learning. Peer, self
assessment and direct conversation with teacher.