Lesson Planning for K-12
Where to begin
The purpose of this guide? To lead you to useful resources about how to write lesson and unit plans. It introduces you to different approaches, and to resources about important components of lesson plans including instructional strategies and assessment.
Begin with the Program of Studies set by Alberta Education
K-6 Curriculum Renewal
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Alberta Government K - 6Starting in September 2022 school authorities are implementing new curriculum in phases. Here you can find information on timelines, comparisons of new and old curriculums, and key themes for subjects.
Alberta Curriculum Links
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My Child's Learning - Alberta EducationProvides curriculum summaries for parents (e.g. Grade Five At-a-Glance) for Kindergarten to grade 12.
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Program of Studies - Alberta EducationSpecifies learning outcomes and curricular topics for all grades and subjects. For the new K-6 curriculum, use New Learn Alberta link below.
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New Learn AlbertaNew Learn Alberta is a bilingual platform for teachers, parents, and students. Provides learning resources and curriculums for kindergarten to grade 6.
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New Learn Alberta VideoThe following video will help users to navigate the New Learn Alberta website.
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Authorized Resources Database - Alberta EducationUse this to find out the textbook for a particular subject/ grade. Under 'Authorization Status' choose 'Student Basic.' (sometimes several titles are approved). Also find out about other approved resources (you are not confined to using these).
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