Start with the end in mind (the assessment) and work backwards to make sure everything is aligned and purposeful.
Having a plan allows me to make sure everything is covered and allowing for it to be flexible to students' needs is critical.
I liked the sample daily lesson plan
I found this particular model extremely helpful. I was a substitute teacher for a year and would have greatly benefitted from all of the valuable resources made available to us as part of this community. When I took over the program, I was not able to access the curriculum map or lesson plans which meant that I had to figure out a way to create a whole new curriculum! It has taken me many years to create a new program of studies, but I have always felt rushed. I am coming away from this experience with a deeper appreciation for this process.
Plenty of pedagogic freedom in the constraints of SMART goals-- so helpful.
