Understanding by design / Wiggins, Grant P.

Presents an explanation of the six aspects understanding and learning, examining ways to design curriculums to engage students in exploring and deepening their understanding of important ideas.

Explores six different facets of understanding; examines ways to design curriculums to engage students in exploring and deepening their understanding of important ideas; and discusses how to design assessments that reveal the extent of student understanding.

Presents an innovative approach to the design of curriculum, assessment, and instruction for students from kindergarten through four years of college. Focuses on the six facets of explanation, interpretation, application, perspective, empathy, and self-knowledge. Uses methods, tools, and examples from all subject areas.