Teaching and Learning

Overview of Backward Course Design "To begin with the end in mind means to start with a clear understanding of your destination. It means to know where you're going so that you better understand where you are not so that the steps you take are always in the right direction." Stephen R. Covey. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People

Cite this guide: Bowen, Ryan S., (2017). Understanding by Design. Vanderbilt University Center for Teaching. Retrieved [todaysdate] from https://cft.vanderbilt.edu/understanding-by-design/. Print Version Overview The Benefits of Using Backward Design The Three Stages of Backward Desgin The Backward Design Template Overview Understanding by Design is a book written by Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe that offers a...