Curriculum is your program's road map to ensure that students are learning program content in a practical order with authentic activities and assessments.
CTE curriculum is different than most subject content curriculum because it relies on the teacher's expertise to sequence, develop, and deliver program instruction and assessment. The CTE program curriculum must still align to the PDE task list (PAL), but should be done through the following steps:
Scope and Sequence - The organizing of the program task list that allows students to learn, practice, and master tasks in a scaffolded method throughout a three-year sequence of courses. Learn More ->
Syllabus - Each year or class in the CTE program should have a syllabus that offered learning objectives, clear task list alignment, units of instruction, and major assessments & certifications. Learn More ->
Learning Guides & Units - All learning guides and units of instruction should focus on hands-on activities and authentic assessments. The assessments should be aligned to tasks on the task list and measure if students have mastered the skill/technique/concept. Learn More ->
Work-Based Learning - The CTE program should participate in internship/externship programs, industry-partnership lectures, and student-run businesses to offer students as many experiences that bolster the mission of preparing students for post-secondary career paths. Learn More ->