In Understanding by Design: An Introduction, you’ll explore how the principles and practices of Understanding by Design^® (UbD) can help you get the most out of your instructional time. Through video examples, in-depth readings, and downloadable applications, you’ll learn practical ways to put UbD™ to work in classrooms.

Course Objectives

• Develop a working understanding of Understanding by Design.
• Connect the philosophical concepts in Understanding by Design to the Understanding by Design template.
• Identify the six facets.
• Assess the relationship between each of the six facets and Understanding by Design.
• Analyze the purpose and core concepts related to Stage 1.
• Examine the necessity of formulating quality essential questions and enduring understandings.
• Analyze the purpose and core concepts related to Stage 2.
• Recognize the various methods of assessment relevant to Stage 2.
• Analyze the purpose and core concepts related to Stage 3.
• Identify the seven parts to WHERETO and apply them as appropriate.
• Examine areas for additional or advanced knowledge about Understanding by Design.
• Evaluate the overall strengths of Understanding by Design and identify areas for personal improvement based on what you’ve learned.