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The Alaska Department of Education & Early Development's

Curriculum Frameworks Project

This web site contains curriculum development information in the areas listed below. It is primarily intended for use by school district curriculum development committees, however, we hope it will prove useful to others as well.

 



Introduction
If you would like to find out more about the Frameworks Project, begin here with a brief history of this project, and notes on the curriculum development process. This introduction is a common chapter, shared by all of the content sections.

Starting Point
This section addresses a definition of curriculum, guiding assumptions, and general recommendations. This is a common chapter, shared by all of the content sections.

Arts
The Arts curriculum development materials include dance, drama, music, and the literary and visual arts.

Health
The Skills for a Healthy Life curriculum development materials include standards, instruction, and resources. The curriculum covers both individual health, and the individual's contribution to the health of the community.

English & Language Arts
The Language Arts section covers speaking and writing; reading, listening, and viewing; presenting and explaining positions; and completing independent and cooperative projects.

Math & Science
The Math and Science section emphasizes that all students are capable of learning complex concepts and skills through appropriate instruction and assessments.

Social Studies
The Social Studies section helps the reader apply the Alaska standards for History, Geography and Government/Citizenship in effective instruction and assessment.

World Languages
When we learn more than one language, we open doors to new ways of thinking and doing. The World Languages discipline is about making connections.

Reference Points
This section excerpts pertinent Alaska education laws. This is a common chapter, shared by all of the content sections.

Glossary
The Glossary contains definitions of terms used throughout the Frameworks web site. This is a common chapter, shared by all of the content sections.

Related On-line Resources
This section provides links to additional resources.

Frameworks is a project of the Alaska Department of Education & Early Development

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