Backward Design

1) Identify desired results
a.outcomes
b.standards (state/national/school/district)

2) Determine acceptable evidence
a.assessment
b.informal/formal
c.performance
d.formative and summative

3) Plan
a.learning experience
b.activity
c.instruction
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Backward Design

-start with the end in mind
-start with objectives, what you want them to learn

STEPS

1. Identify desired results
a. Standards: national, local, districts
b. Performance: benchmarks (data)
c. School curriculum

2. Determine acceptable evidence
a. Variety of Assessment: testing, quizzes, observation
b. Two Types of Assessment: formative (in process) and summative (end)

3. Plan learning experiences and instruction
a. What activities will lead to understanding?
b. What knowledge and skills?
c. Who are your learners? --> DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION

Wiggins and McTighe (2006) - Backward Design textbook