Learning Activity A-1
Pennsylvania's Curriculum Framework
Assignment Objective:
- Recognize the structure of Pennsylvania's recommended curriculum framework and how it provides both a global perspective and a detailed perspective of what students must know, understand, and be able to do.
Written Response
20 points Rubric (15 points required for passing grade)
In a two-page written response, describe why you feel it is important to provide students with a consistent curriculum.
- Describe why it is important to have a Curriculum Framework that aligns instruction to Standards.
- Discuss how you would use the Big Ideas, Essential Questions, Concepts and Competencies to prepare students for the next grade level.
- Explain how the Curriculum Framework may assist you in planning instruction. If your educational role involves supporting students outside of the classroom, articulate how the Curriculum Framework supports a vision for academic success as students are prepared for college readiness.
Your response must be at least two double-spaced pages in length. If you are typing your response directly into the Assessments Tool, include at least five developed paragraphs.
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