The document provides a template for a long-range lesson planner that teachers can use to plan units of instruction. The template includes sections for standards, learning indicators, summative assessments, objectives, formative assessments, learning activities, text resources, technology resources, cooperative groupings, content-based reading and writing, hands-on experiences, individualized instruction, material resources, and other planning considerations. Teachers can use this template to map out all aspects of a instructional unit over multiple lessons.

1. -3429001219202The following sample Long-Range Lesson Planner provides a template teachers can use for planning.<br />Long-Range Lesson Planner – Model 2: Backward Mapping DesignStandard: What are the overall outcomes for this unit?Indicator(s): What are the specific skills and competencies that will be assessed in the long-range plan?Summative Assessment: Through what culminating assessment will students demonstrate their mastery of all identified outcomes for instruction for this unit? How will you assess student mastery of the identified learning indicators?Objective(s)What will students learn and do?Objective(s)What will students learn and do?Objective(s)What will students learn and do?Objective(s)What will students learn and do?DaysDaysDaysDaysFormative AssessmentHow will you assess student learning on an ongoing basis?Formative AssessmentHow will you assess student learning on an ongoing basis?Formative AssessmentHow will you assess student learning on an ongoing basis?Formative AssessmentHow will you assess student learning on an ongoing basis?Learning ActivitiesWhat specific activities will be planned to assist students in mastering the outcomes for instruction?Learning ActivitiesWhat specific activities will be planned to assist students in mastering the outcomes for instruction?Learning ActivitiesWhat specific activities will be planned to assist students in mastering the outcomes for instruction?Learning ActivitiesWhat specific activities will be planned to assist students in mastering the outcomes for instruction?<br />R-342900-175895<br />Long-Range Lesson Planner - Resource Planner Text ResourcesHow will various forms of text (e.g., print, video, etc.) be used to help learners develop a deeper understanding of the key concepts and skills? What text resources can be utilized to assist learners in enhancing literary experiences?Technology ResourcesHow can the use of technology enhance the learning experience? What tools may be accessed to further develop students’ skills in using technology as an integrated part of their learning? How can information literacy skills be integrated with instruction?Cooperative GroupingsWhat cooperative structures will facilitate learning? How will students be involved in group processing? How will students work with each other during the unit?Content-based reading and Writing OpportunitiesHow will reading strategies for the discipline be overtly taught and reinforced? How will students have the opportunity to extend their thinking through writing?Hands-On Experiences and/or Manipulative UsageWhat hands-on experiences and/or manipulatives will be used to help students develop an understanding of key skills and processes for investigation?Individualized InstructionHow will the lesson need to be adapted for students with special needs (i.e., special education, talented and gifted, ESOL/language minority)? In what ways will you vary the modalities of learning to ensure that ALL students have an opportunity to learn?Material ResourcesWhat materials will need to be prepared before each lesson in order to ensure the unit goes smoothly? What media resources are available to enhance your lessons?Other Planning ConsiderationsWhat else should be considered when planning and delivering this unit? What reminders should you record for yourself? What are the time constraints and considerations for this lesson?<br />