Curriculum Alignment and Gap Analysis

Chantel Hill from the Ohio Department of Education introduces the curriculum revision process using the alignment toolkit. The toolkit includes the Gap Analysis Tool and the Curriculum Map and Unit Organizer. Educators are guided on accessing Common Core standards and using the Gap Analysis Tool to align local curricula with these standards. The process involves examining cognitive demands and collaborating with other educators. The presentation concludes with a call to proceed to phase two of the toolkit.

Who is Chantel Hill?

• A teacher at a local school

• A consultant for the Ohio Department of Education

• A student learning about curriculum

• A parent involved in education

What is the focus of the presentation?

• Discussing student assessments

• Introducing new teaching methods

• Introducing the first phase of the curriculum revision process

• Explaining the role of teachers in education

What are the two parts of the alignment toolkit?

• Phase One: Teacher Training and Phase Two: Student Assessment

• Phase One: The Gap Analysis Tool and Phase Two: The Curriculum Map and Unit Organizer

• Phase One: Curriculum Development and Phase Two: Implementation

• Phase One: Resource Allocation and Phase Two: Evaluation

What is the purpose of the Gap Analysis Tool?

• To develop new teaching materials

• To assess student learning outcomes

• To evaluate teacher performance

• To examine the alignment of local curriculum with Common Core standards

How can educators access the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts?

• By contacting the local school district

• By attending a workshop

• By reading educational journals

• By visiting the Common Core website

What resources are available on the Ohio Department of Education's website?

• A variety of tools and resources for curriculum alignment

• Teacher evaluation forms

• Student performance data

• Only the English language arts standards

What should educators do before using the Gap Analysis Tool?

• Develop a new curriculum

• Read the content-specific introduction

• Complete a training course

• Submit a report to the district

Why is collaboration important when using the Gap Analysis Tool?

• It reduces the workload for individual teachers

• It helps in sharing resources

• It ensures consistency across grade levels

• It allows for diverse perspectives and more effective use

What does the first column of the Grade Eight Gap Analysis Template list?

• Local curriculum topics

• Common Core State Standards under their respective topics

• Teacher responsibilities

• Student learning outcomes

What should educators determine about the current curriculum?

• Its cost-effectiveness

• Its ease of implementation

• Its popularity among students

• Its alignment with Common Core standards and cognitive demands