Curriculum Review Procedure

Apollo-Ridge School District

Curriculum Review Procedures

RESEARCH:

• Review current literature/journals and information from professional organizations.
• Learn about programs and best practices in other districts.
• Learn the expectations of local colleges and universities for incoming freshmen desiring to study in the subject areas reviewed.
• Review research and information from industry and those practicing professions related to subject area. 

NEEDS ASSESSMENT:

• Assess alignment to Pennsylvania Academic Standards, Anchors, and Eligible Content.
• Evaluate current textbook(s) and publications in relation to learning objectives.
• Review instructional strategies for all learners.
• Assess technology application(s) in relation to learning objectives.
• Review data on student achievement and standardized test results.
• Evaluate the RELEVANCE of the current planned instruction.
• Evaluate the RIGOR of the current planned instruction.
• Evaluate the opportunities for REFLECTION in the instructional practice.
• Evaluate current planned instruction for writing across the curriculum.

WRITE OR REVISE PLANNED INSTRUCTION:

• Collaborate with other educators (grade level, department).
• Follow District template.
• Update Course Overview for Program of Studies and District Publications (including web site).
• Update planned instruction on EdInsight Curriculum Planner.

CONTINUOUS PROGRAM EVALUATION AND REFINEMENT:

• Reconvene Curriculum Review Committee at intervals.
• Evaluate student achievement in relation to planned instruction.
• Evaluate alignment to Pennsylvania Academic Standards, Anchors, and Eligible Content.