Can you describe a specific project where you developed a curriculum from scratch? What steps did you take?
Competency
Curriculum Design
Research Skills
Problem-solving
This question assesses your curriculum development process and your ability to create educational content that meets learner needs.
How to answer
- Start by outlining the curriculum goals and objectives for the project
- Detail the research you conducted to inform your content creation
- Explain how you structured the curriculum and the rationale behind your choices
- Discuss any challenges you faced during the development and how you overcame them
- Highlight feedback from peers or evaluators and how it was incorporated into the final product
What not to say
- Providing a vague description without specific examples or steps
- Failing to mention the importance of research and alignment with learning objectives
- Ignoring the iterative nature of curriculum development
- Not acknowledging teamwork or collaboration, if applicable
Sample answer
“At my previous internship, I developed a curriculum for a new introductory coding course for high school students. I began by defining clear learning outcomes aligned with state standards and researched best practices in coding education. I structured the curriculum into modules, incorporating hands-on projects and assessments. One challenge was accommodating different learning paces, so I created supplementary resources for students needing additional support. After receiving feedback from my supervisor, I revised the materials to enhance clarity and engagement. The course ultimately received positive feedback from both students and instructors.”