Uses relevant technology
Outlines the target audience
Includes explicit and achievable learning outcomes; communicates what participants will learn
Prioritizes hands-on learning with opportunities to explore and create
Doesn’t promote one “right” way of problem solving; encourages experimentation
Is appropriately sequenced and progressive--connections are clear and reasonable; new skills or concepts are not introduced without prerequisite skills or concepts covered first
Outlines ways for participants to reflect on and demonstrate their learning
Is adaptable
Addresses and compensates for biases
Is designed with multiple learning styles and abilities in mind; offers multiple ways for participants to engage in learning
10 CHARACTERISTICS OF ‘PROMISING’ CURRICULUM
Below are characteristics of promising curriculum (curriculum that may be a good fit for an AspireIT program). If you find curriculum without these characteristics, it doesn’t mean it won’t work, just be sure to think through these items in
addition to what the curriculum outlines. If you are creating your own curriculum, address the following in your creation. Review the below and then watch this video to learn how to find these characteristics in existing curriculum.