Backward Design Planning
Backward Design Planning
| On : July 27, 2023
This course focuses on the backward design planning process. Participants will explore the stages of backward planning, the six facets of understanding, and performance tasks based on GRASPS, all of which contribute to promoting effective learning. Attendees will actively participate in planning units of study using the backward planning approach, thereby enhancing their understanding of the sequential steps involved in backward planning. This course provides a framework for effective teaching and learning by facilitating progress through the backward design process.
Course objectives
- Clarify the concept of backward planning and its significance in addressing the common pitfalls of conventional educational planning.
- Explore the stages of backward planning, the six facets of understanding, and the implementation of performance tasks using the GRASPS framework, emphasizing their impact on facilitating effective learning.
- Provide hands-on experience in planning units of study using the backward planning approach, ensuring practical application of the acquired knowledge.
Target Audience
Teachers, Middle Leaders, Senior Leaders.
Duration
3 Hours
Mode of delivery
Face 2 Face & Online
Language
Arabic
Certification: ATA Certificate of Attendance
How the course is assessed: Participants will be encouraged to plan an individual lesson geared to their school’s setting using the agreed rubric.
Prerequisites: This course is suitable for any practitioner who requires support with lesson planning or for those who are new to the teaching profession.
UAE Teacher Standards
Professional and Ethical Conduct
1.1 Respect and promote UAE Values
1.2 Demonstrate personal and professional ethics.
1.3 Be accountable for and to learners.
1.4 Comply with national and organisational expectations.
1.5 Establish communication and collaboration
Professional Practice
3.1 Promoting positive learning environments.
3.2 Demonstrate learner – centred teaching.
3.3 Use assessment of learning
Professional Knowledge
2.1 Demonstrate knowledge of learning, development & diversity.
2.2 Demonstrate knowledge of curriculum.
2.3 Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical basis of teaching
Professional Growth
4.1 Reflect on own practice.
4.2 Engage in professional growth.
4.3 Determine impact on learner achievement
