Title: Assembling Curriculum: A Framework
Authors: Hilary R. Tanck
Journal Issue: Spring 2025 36(1)
Abstract: Middle school teachers today have access to an overwhelming array of curriculum resources, from traditional textbooks to digital tools. Teachers must navigate this inundation to select, adapt, and enhance curriculum materials to meet the unique needs of their middle school students. Through my work with four middle school teachers, I developed the Curriculum Assemblage Framework—a practical tool helping teachers thoughtfully select and combine resources to meet their students' needs. By sharing these teachers' experiences and the framework, the article aims to help teachers reflect on their current approaches to curriculum planning and to continue building their curriculum repertoire.