Managing and Modifying Curriculum Resources

Timothy Lent from New Visions for Public Schools explains how to make a copy of a resource from the New Vision social studies curriculum. He guides viewers through navigating the site, selecting a resource, and making a copy to edit and customize for students. He advises against using the 'Share to Google Classroom' button to avoid sharing teacher-specific information. Instead, he demonstrates how to make a copy, edit it, and download it in various formats for sharing with students.

What is the first step in accessing a resource in the New Visions curriculum?

• Download the resource as a PDF

• Click on the 'Share to Google Classroom' button

• Request edit access

• Navigate to the desired unit and topic

Why should you avoid using the 'Share to Google Classroom' button?

• It includes teacher-specific information

• It requires a paid subscription

• It shares the document with incorrect formatting

• It will not share the document at all

What must you do before making a copy of the resource?

• Download the resource

• Request edit access

• Sign in to a Google account

• Contact the curriculum creator

What is the purpose of making a copy of the resource?

• To share it directly with students

• To print it for offline use

• To save it as a backup

• To edit and customize it for your class

What should you do after making a copy of the resource?

• Request additional resources

• Delete the original document

• Read through and modify the teacher materials

• Share it immediately with students

How can you ensure that your modifications are preserved when sharing the document?

• Request edit access from the original creator

• Use a third-party editing tool

• Make all changes in Google Docs

• Download it as a PDF before editing

What is a potential issue when downloading the document as a Microsoft Word file?

• Inability to share the document

• Increased file size

• Formatting issues

• Loss of access to the document

What is the recommended platform for making modifications to the resource?

• Microsoft Word

• Notepad

• Google Docs

• Adobe Acrobat

What should you do if you have questions about the curriculum?

• Request a meeting with the creator

• Search for answers online

• Post questions on social media

• Contact the curriculum creator via email

What is the final step before sharing the modified resource with students?

• Request feedback from colleagues

• Download it in the desired format

• Print the document

• Save it to a USB drive