College of Staten Island / CUNY
Guidelines for Curriculum Mapping
1. Introduction
Curriculum mapping demonstrates alignments between the goals of a program and the curriculum that
comprises the program. The map documents what is taught, and reveals any gaps between the
curriculum and the program goals.
2. Development
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The goals of a program of study are cross-referenced with the courses required to complete the
program. This should include all required courses, and ideally any other points that contribute to
the achievement of the goals of the program that fall outside of the program’s domain such as
General Education courses or personal development requirements. All the objectives for crosslisted courses should be considered when identifying the program goals that a course addresses.
The intersections between the goals of the program and the curriculum are indicated on a grid,
along with the level of engagement with the goal(s). It may also be useful to note points where
assessment evidence can be collected.
Once engagement levels have been discussed and agreed upon, all possible combinations of the
courses that are required to complete the program should be examined to ensure that all goals
are addressed at the desired levels.
3. Sample Curriculum Map: Certificate in Fungal Culture (Fungology Department)
Program Goals: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
1. Importance: Demonstrate an understanding of the importance and application of magical and
non-magical fungi, lichens, yeasts and molds in both contemporary and historical contexts.
2. Identification: Describe the major markers used to classify fungi, and use them to identify and
provide written analysis of common and important species.
3. Cultivation: Cultivate common and important species of fungi in both laboratory and field
settings.
Courses
FNG 102: Introduction to Mycology
FNG 109: Fungi and Culture
FNG 245/ELF 245: Magical Mushrooms
FNG 262: Toadstools in Myth and Fact
FNG 299: Fungal Use and Misuse
FNG 321: Mushrooms in History
FNG 322: The Modern Mushroom
FNG 376: Applied Mycology
I: Introduction
R: Reinforcement / Practice
A: Program-level assessment evidence collected
1. Importance
I, A
I
R, A
R
Program Goals
2. Identification
I
M
M
3. Cultivation
I, A
I
R
R, A
R
R
M, A
R
M, A
M: Mastery / Application
Note: The engagement level categories – and the existence of levels – may be decided upon by the participating faculty, as appropriate for the discipline.