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Elements of a Curriculum Map
> studies, etc.). An interdisciplinary format focuses on connections between two or more subjects, and a student‐centered format focuses on > student‐developed interests. Content is expressed as a noun (i.e., addition, Global Warming). > documenting, etc. When completing a diary map, this is the section that captures what was actually taught. Skills are expressed as verbs. > Examples of precise skills verbs are edit, revise, utilize, read for…, speak, research, create, add, measure, etc.
 * A curriculum map must initially include content, skills and assessment. A curriculum map may include a variety of information including state standards, activities, resources, essential questions, etc.
 * **Content** is the subject matter itself; the key concepts, facts, and/or events that are being taught. Content may follow one of the following formats: discipline‐based, interdisciplinary, or student‐centered. A discipline‐based format focuses on a subject (i.e., math, science, social
 * **Skills** are the strategies that we want students to be able to do. Skills are what teachers are assessing/measuring, observing,
 * **Assessments** are the tangible products or observable performances of students’ learning.

Quality Curriculum Maps
The following are characteristics of quality
 * What is taught and assessed is clearly articulated.
 * Skills are clearly delineated.
 * Assessments are linked to skills and content.
 * Language and terminology are easily understood.
 * A reader can understand the map without the writer explaining it.