The authors provide an overview of standards-based learning, including the following outcomes:
· Understand priority standards and proficiency scales
· Develop curriculum maps to plan for an entire year or course
· Follow the steps of the instructional cycle to create standards-based units and lessons
· Help exceptional students continue to thrive and grow in a standards-based environment
· Communicate objectively with students and families about learning
Reviewed by Carol Campbell, PhD
Vice President for Education
Southwestern Union Conference
By Tracy Nicholson
