Research subject matter, align to educational standards, map prerequisites, and recommend learning theories for curriculum design. Use when starting curriculum development, exploring new topics, or needing standards alignment. Activates on "research this topic", "what standards apply", "curriculum research", or "prerequisite analysis".
Research subject matter, align to educational standards, map prerequisites, and recommend learning theories for curriculum design. Use when starting curriculum development, exploring new topics, or needing standards alignment. Activates on "research this topic", "what standards apply", "curriculum research", or "prerequisite analysis".
Curriculum Research & Standards Alignment
Research subject matter and provide comprehensive analysis for curriculum design including standards alignment, prerequisite mapping, and pedagogical recommendations.
Assessment Philosophy: Formative vs summative emphasis, authentic assessment, mastery-based, etc.
6. Generate Research Report
Create a structured document with:
# Curriculum Research Report: [TOPIC]**Educational Level**: [Level]
**Standards Framework**: [Framework(s)]
**Research Date**: [Date]
## Executive Summary
[2-3 paragraph overview of topic scope, key concepts, and pedagogical recommendations]
## Core Concepts & Scope### Foundational Ideas- [Concept 1]: [Definition and importance]
- [Concept 2]: [Definition and importance]
- [Concept 3]: [Definition and importance]
### Topic Boundaries**Included**: [What this curriculum will cover]
**Excluded**: [What's out of scope or saved for later]
### Common Misconceptions1. [Misconception 1]: [Why students think this and how to address]
2. [Misconception 2]: [Why students think this and how to address]
## Educational Standards Alignment### Relevant Standards**[Standard Code]**: [Full standard description]
-**Performance Expectation**: [What students will demonstrate]
-**Cognitive Level**: [Bloom's level]
-**Assessment Boundary**: [What to assess/what not to assess]
[Repeat for each relevant standard]
### Cross-Curricular Connections-**[Subject Area]**: [How this topic connects]
-**[Subject Area]**: [How this topic connects]
## Prerequisite Analysis### Required Prior Knowledge
| Prerequisite | Description | Typical Grade Taught | Why Needed |
|--------------|-------------|---------------------|------------|
| [Concept/Skill] | [What it is] | [Grade level] | [Connection to current topic] |
### Recommended Prerequisite Sequence1. [First prerequisite topic]
2. [Second prerequisite topic]
3. [Third prerequisite topic]
→ Then ready for [Current topic]
### Common Gaps & Remediation-**Gap**: [Missing knowledge students often have]
-**Remediation**: [How to address in current curriculum]
## Pedagogical Recommendations### Recommended Learning Theory**[Theory Name]** (e.g., Constructivism, Cognitivism)
**Rationale**: [Why this theory fits the topic and level]
**Implications for Instruction**:
- [How this theory shapes teaching approach]
- [Specific strategies that align with this theory]
### Instructional Approach**Primary Approach**: [e.g., Inquiry-based learning, Direct instruction, Project-based learning]
**Supporting Strategies**:
- [Strategy 1]: [How to implement]
- [Strategy 2]: [How to implement]
- [Strategy 3]: [How to implement]
### Engagement Considerations-**Hook Ideas**: [Compelling ways to introduce topic]
-**Real-World Connections**: [Authentic applications]
-**Student Choice Opportunities**: [Where students can make decisions]
-**Differentiation Needs**: [How to support diverse learners]
### Assessment Philosophy-**Formative Assessment**: [Recommended frequency and types]
-**Summative Assessment**: [Recommended culminating assessments]
-**Authentic Assessment**: [Real-world performance tasks]
## Real-World Applications- [Application 1]: [Description and relevance]
- [Application 2]: [Description and relevance]
- [Application 3]: [Description and relevance]
## Resources for Further Development- [Resource type]: [Specific recommendations]
- [Resource type]: [Specific recommendations]
## Next Steps1. Use `/curriculum.design` to create learning objectives based on this research
2. Identify assessment types in `/curriculum.assess-design`3. Develop instructional content with `/curriculum.develop-content`
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**Artifact Metadata** (for traceability):
-**Artifact Type**: Research Report
-**Topic**: [Topic]
-**Level**: [Level]
-**Standards**: [Frameworks used]
-**Next Phase**: Design (Learning Objectives)
7. Output Format
Support both human-readable and machine-readable formats:
Human-Readable (default):
Formatted markdown as shown above
Write to file: curriculum-artifacts/[topic]-research.md
JSON Format (use --format json):
{"artifact_type":"research_report","topic":"string","level":"string","standards":["array of standard codes"],"core_concepts":[{"name":"string","description":"string"}],"prerequisites":[{"concept":"string","grade":"string","rationale":"string"}],"learning_theory":"string","instructional_approach":"string","real_world_applications":["array of strings"],"next_steps":["array of skill calls"]}
