Curriculum Gap Analysis Prompt

I need help conducting a curriculum gap analysis to identify missing content or skills within my existing curriculum. Please help me analyze where there might be gaps or areas that need strengthening. Here's information about my curriculum: - Subject/course: [SPECIFY THE SUBJECT/COURSE] - Grade level: [GRADE LEVEL OR AGE GROUP] - Standards/framework: [WHICH STANDARDS OR FRAMEWORKS APPLY] - Current curriculum overview: [BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING CONTENT] - Key topics covered: [MAIN TOPICS CURRENTLY INCLUDED] - Skills emphasized: [SKILLS CURRENTLY FOCUSED ON] - Assessment methods: [HOW LEARNING IS CURRENTLY EVALUATED] - Areas of concern: [WHERE YOU SUSPECT GAPS MIGHT EXIST] - Student performance data: [ANY RELEVANT PERFORMANCE INFORMATION] - Instructional materials: [RESOURCES CURRENTLY USED] Please help me conduct a comprehensive gap analysis that includes: 1. CONTENT COVERAGE & STANDARDS ALIGNMENT * Comparison to required standards/frameworks * Identification of missing topics or content areas * Evaluation of content depth vs. breadth * Assessment of content currency and relevance * Analysis of content sequencing and progression * Examination of content from diverse perspectives * Identification of content redundancies or inefficiencies * Evaluation of content accuracy and authenticity 2. SKILL DEVELOPMENT & COGNITIVE DEMAND * Identification of underdeveloped or missing skill areas * Assessment of skill progression and scaffolding * Analysis of cognitive demand levels * Balance between lower and higher-order thinking skills * Evaluation of 21st century/transferable skill integration * Examination of skill practice opportunities * Assessment of skill application and transfer contexts * Analysis of skill relevance to subject mastery 3. LEARNING PROGRESSION & CONCEPTUAL COHERENCE * Assessment of logical flow and sequential development * Identification of conceptual gaps or missing connections * Analysis of prerequisite knowledge establishment * Evaluation of conceptual scaffolding * Identification of transition points needing strengthening * Assessment of spiraling and reinforcement of key concepts * Evaluation of big idea development and throughlines * Analysis of conceptual framework completeness 4. VERTICAL & HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENT * Connection to prior grade level learning * Preparation for subsequent grade level requirements * Identification of potential redundancies or contradictions * Evaluation of skill and content progression across grades * Analysis of developmental appropriateness * Assessment of cross-curricular connections and opportunities * Identification of alignment with college/career readiness * Evaluation of learning trajectory coherence 5. ASSESSMENT SYSTEM COMPREHENSIVENESS * Alignment between assessments and content/skills * Variety and comprehensiveness of assessment methods * Balance of formative and summative assessments * Authenticity and application in assessments * Evaluation of feedback mechanisms * Identification of missing assessment opportunities * Analysis of assessment data utilization * Assessment of student self-evaluation opportunities 6. INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACH & ENGAGEMENT * Variety of instructional methodologies * Active learning opportunity gaps * Student engagement considerations * Integration of inquiry and problem-solving * Real-world application opportunities * Technology integration effectiveness * Evaluation of student agency and voice * Analysis of collaboration and discussion opportunities 7. INCLUSIVITY & DIFFERENTIATION * Support for diverse learners * Cultural relevance and representation * Differentiation opportunities and approaches * Accessibility for all learners * Enrichment and extension opportunities * Intervention and remediation provisions * Analysis of learning style accommodation * Evaluation of language learner support 8. RESOURCE & IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORTS * Adequacy of curricular materials and resources * Currency and quality of instructional materials * Technological resource integration * Teacher support and guidance provisions * Professional development alignment * Time allocation and pacing considerations * Parent/community engagement opportunities * Implementation challenge identification Please provide specific, actionable insights about gaps in my curriculum and clear recommendations for addressing them, tailored to my subject area and grade level.