They also can guide curriculum planning in both high school and post-secondary institutions. This Alignment Project represents the first phase in a continuing dialogue. Collaboration continues in the state to explore models of curriculum articulation. It is important that students complete a rigorous high school program so that they enter post-secondary institutions prepared to succeed. It is equally important that post-secondary curricula are prepared to receive students at the appropriate level without areas of disconnect or areas of redundancy.
Much work remains to be done.
The University of Wisconsin System Office of Academic Affairs and the Department of Public Instruction provided support for this project. Staff from these agencies as well as the Wisconsin Technical College System assisted the faculty working groups. Dr. Fran Garb, University of Wisconsin System Senior Academic Planner, prepared the report. This document was created by UWSA Office of Academic Affairs.