9781779568984, Instructional Design and Curriculum Innovation, Education and Psychology

Instructional Design and Curriculum Innovation

Author:Jessica Crocker
Publication Year2026
ISBN9781779568984
Price$120
PublisherToronto Academic Press
Binding TypePaperback

Description

Innovation in education depends on effective instructional design that aligns pedagogy, technology, and learner needs. Creating meaningful and adaptive curricula requires creativity, research, and strategic planning. Instructional Design and Curriculum Innovation explores modern approaches to designing and delivering engaging educational experiences. The book discusses backward design, constructivist learning environments, and technology integration. It also highlights models for competency-based and personalized learning. Drawing on educational psychology and design thinking, it provides educators, curriculum developers, and administrators with frameworks to foster innovation and effectiveness in teaching and curriculum development.
Author(s) Bio

Jessica Crocker is a passionate educator and learner with a background in many educational areas. Jessica is a consultant and curriculum writer who has worked on several projects for students in both reading and math, such as a phonics-based learn to read program. She is a writer for her own blog as well as a guest contributor on other educational websites. She also designs original classroom resources for a variety of ages and subjects through her online store, A Sprinkle of Cinnamon. As a teacher, she has taught students ranging from preschoolers to fifth graders. Jessica is a life long learner who graduated Summa Cum Laude from Samford University with 4 certifications. She is currently pursuing her MA in Character Education from the University of Birmingham in the UK.