Curriculum Design Professional Development K-12
Trainer: Engy Hammam
Duration: 12 hours
Target Audience: K-12 Educators and Curriculum Developers
Resources: PowerPoint, PDF Handouts, Templates, Checklists
Objectives
By the end of this professional development session, participants will be able to:
1. Understand the fundamental principles of curriculum design.
2. Identify different curriculum models and their applications in K-12 education.
3. Align curriculum with national/international standards and learning outcomes.
4. Develop meaningful learning objectives and instructional strategies.
5. Integrate assessment tools for effective curriculum evaluation.
6. Incorporate differentiation, inclusivity, and critical thinking into curriculum design.
7. Create an action plan for curriculum implementation and continuous improvement.
Session Outline
Module 1: Foundations of Curriculum Design
• Definition and Importance of Curriculum Design
• Key Elements of a Strong Curriculum
• Curriculum Models (Traditional, Competency-Based, Inquiry-Based, etc.)
• Hands-on Activity: Identifying Strengths and Gaps in Existing Curricula
Module 2: Standards, Learning Outcomes, and Objectives
• Aligning Curriculum with Educational Standards (Local & International)
• Writing SMART Learning Objectives
• Bloom’s Taxonomy and Depth of Knowledge (DOK)
• Workshop: Crafting Clear Learning Objectives
Module 3: Instructional Strategies and Content Development
• Effective Teaching Strategies for Engaging Learners
• Differentiated Instruction and Inclusive Practices
• Integrating Critical Thinking and 21st-Century Skills
• Hands-on Activity: Designing a Sample Lesson Plan
Module 4: Assessment and Evaluation
• Types of Assessments (Formative, Summative, Diagnostic, Performance-Based)
• Using Rubrics, Checklists, and Self-Assessment Tools
• Data-Driven Decision-Making for Curriculum Improvement
• Group Activity: Designing an Assessment Plan
Module 5: Curriculum Implementation and Continuous Improvement
• Strategies for Effective Curriculum Implementation
• Monitoring and Evaluating Curriculum Effectiveness
• Overcoming Common Challenges in Curriculum Development
• Discussion: Action Plans for Curriculum Enhancement
Final Project and Reflection
• Participants work in groups to design a mini-curriculum unit
• Presentations and peer feedback