Components
verify that all state standards are accounted for
What is The TVD?
Encompass big ideas; establish the “why” for student understanding; may transfer beyond a single unit or course
What is Overarching Questions and Understandings?
vertically track the depth and complexity of the TEKS
What is the VAD?
view or opinion that is incorrect OR inadequate, superficial, or partial understanding of a conceptual idea or skill
What is Misconceptions/Underdeveloped Concepts?
helps to know what is taught in each unit
What is The IFD?
Bundles student expectations; past, present, future learning; STAAR references, research
What is Unit Overview?
assess bundled standards within a unit
What are the PAs?
Process/Skill + Content = Student Product
What are PA's?
clarifies grade level/course expectations
What are the VAD/TCD/ETCD?
terms that are domain specific or major content terminology and/or general unit level terminology
What is Unit Vocabulary/Related Vocabulary