EDU381 Week 1 Discussion (dq1+dq2)

EDU381 Week 1 Discussion

DQ 1 Standards and Learning. Estes, Mintz, and Gunter state that, “Classroom instruction must be aligned with state standards and the associated high-stakes tests in order to provide students with the opportunity to be successful” (Estes et al, 2011).

§ Explain how state standards came into existence. Discuss the impact of the standards movement on classroom instruction.

§ How can classroom instruction meet both learner and societal goals considering mandated state standards and the needs of students?

§ What successes and challenges do you foresee as a future educator with regard to state standards and student learning and success.

DQ 2 Creating Instructional Objectives. After reading Chapter 3, respond to the following questions: § What is the purpose of backward planning or backward design (Wiggins & McTighe, 2005)? § How does backward design relate to the KUD format discussed in your text??§ How would you evaluate this approach to curriculum? How does it affect student learning? Refer to Chapter 3 of your text, additional resources and your own insights/experiences. Respond to at least two classmates’ postings.