Integrating backward design and technology

What is Backward Design?

What is Backward Design?

Designing curriculum by setting goals before instruction and assessment.

The three stages of backward Design

Stage 1- Identify desired results.
Stage 2- Determine acceptable evidence.
Stage 3- Plan learning experiences and instruction.

Benefits of backward design to curriculum design

• Specific learning is sought.
• Deliberate and focused instruction.
• Focus is on the desired results.
• Encourages teachers to think like an assessor.
• Purposeful task analysis.

A look at how Backward Design supports technology

Backward design and Technology Integration

• Supports the identification of the desired results.
• Students use technology to show what they know.
• Engages the learner, keeping the learner motivated.
• Meets the needs of all learners(remediation and differentiation).
• Can be used to build curriculum and planning.