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.