EDL-5200 Standards-Based Curriculum Development, Pre-K-12
This course approaches curriculum through a practical lens with an emphasis on developing a cohesive Pre-K to grade 12 curriculum that is aligned with state standards, engages each student in meaningful learning, and promotes the mission, vision, and core values of the school district. Aspiring leaders learn to create technically sound assessments and select appropriate instructional strategies, resources, and technologies that are engaging and present all students with an equitable opportunity to learn. Course topics include culturally relevant pedagogy, Universal Design for Learning, and using multitiered systems to support English learners and a wide range of students with diverse learning needs. The course considers curriculum as a key component in systems of continuous improvement and collaborative professional learning.