CURRICULUM DESIGN

Highlights curriculum built using backward design, Universal Design for Learning, and learner-centered approaches. Units prioritize cognitive engagement, accessibility, and differentiation to support meaningful, standards-aligned learning experiences.
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UNIT OBJECTIVES

Students will:

  • Explore the impact of geography, government, culture, and religion in ancient civilizations.

  • Analyze primary/secondary sources and timelines.

  • Engage in creative, real-world tasks (e.g., gallery walks, podcasts, pyramid models).

  • Strengthen academic skills like collaboration, writing, and oral presentation.

UTILIZED TOOLS

Authoring & Design: Adobe Captivate, Adobe Express, Canva, Figma

LMS & Collaboration: Schoology, Google Workspace, Lucidchart, Pear Deck

Interactive Learning Modules: Rise, Storyline, Lectora, Genially

INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES

1. Learner-Centered Design:
Lessons follow backward design and UDL principles to align outcomes, promote accessibility, and engage learners through multiple formats.

2. Project-Based Learning:
Students apply knowledge through real-world, collaborative tasks such as gallery walks, media campaigns, and model building.

3. Blended & Scaffolded Instruction:
Combines hands-on, digital, and print materials with embedded literacy supports like vocabulary routines, graphic organizers, and writing strategies.

4. Culturally Responsive Practices:
Global perspectives and student voice are embedded to foster relevance, identity connection, and inclusive engagement.

DIFFERENTIATION STRATEGIES

1. Choice-Based Learning:
Students show mastery through formats like posters, audio recordings, or models, supported by tiered tasks and leveled rubrics.

2. Multisensory Supports:
Visuals, infographics, hands-on tasks, and assistive tools promote comprehension and engagement for diverse learning needs.

3. Language & Collaboration Supports:
Vocabulary scaffolds, sentence frames, and flexible grouping strategies foster peer learning and support for multilingual learners.

4. Accessibility & Modification:
Adapted texts, visual schedules, and embedded formative assessments support students with IEPs and 504 plans through inclusive delivery.