Ed Min Week 7
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The document provides guidance on evaluating curriculum for an educational ministry. It outlines an 8-step process for curriculum change that includes ordering samples, independent and collaborative reviews, piloting the new material, and training teachers. It emphasizes being flexible, knowing your students and teachers, confirming the purpose, and understanding constraints. An attachment includes additional evaluation considerations, while helpful links provide further curriculum resources. The overall goal is continuous improvement aligned with the ministry's strategic plan.
Ed Min Week 7
- 1. CURRICULUM EVALUATION: MAKING GOOD CHOICES Rick Cramer Chief Enrollment Officer Educational Ministries of the Church
- 2. Before You Start… Be Flexible Brush up on: Know Your Students Age Appropriateness Work within Skill Teacher skills Sets Learning Styles Teachers Leadership Confirm purpose Work Within Your Why reviewing? Restrictions? Environment Approval process? Know the Big Picture Evaluation Form
- 3. Curriculum Change Schedule Step Action Process Time Frame 1 Order Samples Online/phone 2-3 weeks 2 Independent Reviews Reading 2-3 months 3 Collaborative Review Discussion One month 4 Team Decision Negotiation One meeting 5 Pilot Test One class 3 months (SS quarter) 6 Teacher Training Event or series? varies 7 Launch Event 3 month planning
- 4. Curriculum Evaluation Considerations <see attached .pdf file>
- 5. Helpful Links regarding Curriculum Evaluation http://www.christianitytoday.com/cbg/200 8/mayjun/2.42.html?start=1 http://group.com/childrens- ministry/sunday-school/two-minute-quiz http://www.gospellightsundayschool.com/ http://www.rbpstore.org/productView/curri culum/samples.cfm
- 6. The Big Picture Continuous Improvement Strategic Plan By department How often? Scope and Sequence Primary Purpose