Terminology of a Curriculum Map
Typically, a curriculum map includes three levels of activity related to outcomes. Many institutions use the terms “introduce” and “reinforce” to describe the first two levels. The highest degree may be described by what the faculty will do (emphasize, provide extra coverage) or what the students will do (master). In this section, the terms “introduced, reinforced,” and “emphasized” will be used to describe activity levels.
- Introduced – students likely see content or learn a skill for the first time.
- Reinforced – students are typically given an opportunity to practice related skills or apply related knowledge.
- Emphasized – students are typically expected to demonstrate mastery.