Teaching & Learning

This web page is the gateway to resources for teaching NAF curricula and learning about the NAF instructional approach. Click on Curriculum Online Library to access the courses for the Academies of Engineering, Finance, Information Technology, and Hospitality and Tourism. These new courses are based on nationally recognized educational and industry standards and model the NAF principles of instructional design. Click on Project Based Learning to explore this broad instructional strategy and learn why it is central to our courses. You can also “hear” the architects of the NAF philosophy via Multimedia Presentations and find out how you can participate in NAF programs from the Curriculum Engagement Programs link.

Supporting Materials for the New NAF Curriculum

Download The NAF Learning Handbook

(last updated 01-05-09)

Download the NAF Rigor–Relevance Connection

NAF Curriculum Beliefs by Andy Rothstein
In this presentation, NAF’s Dr. Andrew Rothstein explains what NAF’s core curriculum beliefs are, why they are essential to student learning, and how research demonstrates their effectiveness. Andy guides you to a deeper understanding of the curriculum and project design, so that you can maximize student learning through lessons that center on rigor and relevance.

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