Unlock the mysteries of auditing a school curriculum with our special guest, Dr. Carrie Hepburn, from Compass PD. She takes us on a brief, enlightening journey through the process, giving us the lowdown on setting up curriculum cycles, aligning professional development cycles, and the key indicators which help effectively study a curriculum. Dr. Hepburn's approach, starting with assessments, shines a light on the crucial role assessments play in revealing the alignment with standards, levels of mastery, and the real-world relevance of the curriculum.

In the latter part of our chat, Dr. Hepburn delves into activities within each unit and across the academic years. She highlights the importance of scaffolding, complexity, and student engagement, dispelling the myth that a single resource can cover all standards within a content area. She underscores teachers' pivotal role in this process, ensuring they have what they need to teach the standards and provide valuable feedback to students. So, brace yourselves for a whirlwind tour through the complex and critical process of auditing a curriculum with Dr. Hepburn.