Vertical alignment planning

Backwards planning, or backward mapping, is a process that educators use to design lessons and units by first identifying what students are expected to learn and be able to do, and then creates lessons that achieve those desired goals.This resource will be useful for Texas teachers who are new to backwards planning or need a closer look at what each TEKS is asking of their students.What this file includes:-Three backwards planning guides for 5.6(A, B, and C)-Vertical alignment of TEKS from…

Most of us in education only think about collaborating with other educators if we are talking about students we share, or we are teaching the same standards or planning a unit together. But Vertical PD Meetings can be a great way to collaborate within your school.

Is this your first time teaching the 3rd grade Florida BEST Standard MA.3.NSO.1.1 to your students? I put together a teacher guide for you to use as you put together your lesson plans for your students. You will find resources, anchor charts, math journal examples, vertical alignment and much more. Save this post if you teach 3rd grade math because I’ll continue to add ideas to it as I collect them.

Student Achievement Improving student achievement depends on both vertical and horizontal alignment and therefore both must take place at regular intervals. This must be closely monitored and run by the administrative team who in turn, must show investment and participation in

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An entire department can collaborate across grade levels to share instructional strategies and confirm that their methods are aligned.

This printable dot paper has two dots per inch and is in portrait (vertical) orientation on ledger-sized paper. Free to download and print

What does vertical alignment really mean? Breaking down the concept of vertical alignment and ideas for working together as a PLC to ensure your curriculum is aligned.