The ideal curriculum & program does much more than just guide students through their lessons. An effective curriculum is essential in the teaching and learning process. It facilitates the transfer of theoretical knowledge to real-life applications. While there is no one ideal method for curriculum development, there are certain essential elements of professionally designed curriculums.

When properly applied to the instruction, these elements give a solid framework for:

• establishing,
• implementing, and
• assessing an effective curriculum.

To create an excellent curriculum, it should be student-centered. It should contain a diverse blend of student achievement strengths and weaknesses. The curriculum should be flexible enough to differentiate and support the learning of each student.

There is no one-size-fits-all curriculum for all students, and as such, it should include both a focus on developing fundamental skills and concepts as well as the incorporation of advanced ideas and learning opportunities that can satisfy diversity.