Curriculum Mapping

Curriculum mapping is a very useful exercise to ensure that curriculum/program components are designed to meet the program learning outcomes in a coordinated and systematic manner. In other words, in order for students to achieve the learning outcomes, there should be sufficient opportunities of increasing depth and sophistication throughout the curriculum/program that allow students to develop the desired knowledge, skills and/or attitudes.

Example Curriculum Map : (adapted from Mary Allen, 2011)

Course SLO1 SLO2 SLO3 SLO4 SLO5
100 Introduced   Introduced    
101   Introduced     Introduced
200 Practiced     Introduced  
230     Practiced    
300 Practiced Practiced     Practiced
350   Mastered     Mastered
401 Mastered  

Practiced;
Mastered

    

The Curriculum Map should:

  • Ensure that the program SLOs are represented in the curriculum in a balanced and coordinated manner
  • Establish longitudinal monitoring of student learning
  • Identify “spiral” learning and assessment opportunities, both in terms of depth and level of sophistication
  • Ensure a holistic learning experience

 

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