ASCD. (2013). Introduction: What is UbD™ framework? Retrieved from http://www.ascd.org/ASCD/pdf/siteASCD/publications/UbD_WhitePaper0312.pdf
This pdf lists the seven tenets, or foundation, of the Understanding by Design Framework and explains the three stages of “Backward Design” of curriculum planning. The Frequently Asked Questions provides some insight in further understanding and implementing the framework. The tables in the appendices summarize the concept of UbD and the learning goals and teacher roles.
Key Points of the 7 Tenets
1. purposeful curriculum planning
2. develops and deepens student learning and transfer of learning
3. authentic performance seen in 6 facets of understanding:
capacity to explain
interpret
apply
shift perspective
empathize
self-assess
4. backward design
desired results
evidence
learning plan
5. teachers as coaches of understanding
did students make meaning
did students transfer learning
6. regular review of unit and curriculum with design standards
7. continual improvement of curricculum design for student achievement