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KnowledgeBases > The Curriculum Mapping KnowledgeBase > Element 1 > Activity 1 > Task 1: Review the Concepts of Curriculum Mapping

Guideline:

Being aware of basic curriculum mapping concepts is the essential first step toward developing effective curriculum maps. The resources offered will assist district and school staff members in gaining such knowledge.

Tools Curriculum Mapping Glossary _EXTERNAL_LINK

This glossary of curriculum mapping terms has been compiled by Curriculum 21 (formerly Curriculum Designers), founded by Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs.

References Curriculum Mapping 101 _EXTERNAL_LINK

The Curriculum Mapping 101 website provides an overview of curriculum mapping with links to downloadable resources and materials.

References Essential Questions _EXTERNAL_LINK
This explanation of essential questions is reprinted from a series of articles first published in Technology Connections.
 
References PBS TeacherLine _EXTERNAL_LINK

The PBS TeacherLine Professional for Educators offers Curriuclum Mapping I with Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs.  This course "explores the history and purpose of curriculum mapping, your role as a teacher, the types of maps, and the various data collected in the maps. You will finish the course with a complete peer-reviewed plan to adjust the scope and sequence of your curriculum to apply in your classroom right away."

Presentations Curriculum Mapping: An Introduction and a Look at Mapping Systems _EXTERNAL_LINK

In this archived PowerPoint presentation Janet Hale, a national curriculum mapping consultant and trainer, "focuses on the benefits of curriculum mapping in relationship to improving student learning and teacher instruction."

Presentations Video: The History of Mapping

In this YouTube video, Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs gives an overview of the history of curriculum mapping. This video runs 4 minutes and 23 seconds.

Presentations Video: What is Curriculum Mapping

In this YouTube video, Dr. Heidi Hayes Jacobs defines and explains curriculum mapping. This video runs 7 minutes and 21 seconds.

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