Wiggins & McTighe

Wiggins & McTighe are educators best known for their work on "Understanding by Design" (UbD), a framework for planning instruction. They emphasize starting with clear goals—what students should understand and be able to do—then designing lessons and assessments that lead to those outcomes. Their approach encourages teachers to focus on deeper understanding rather than just memorizing facts, promoting critical thinking and real-world application. In short, they provide a strategic way to plan teaching that ensures students achieve meaningful learning aligned with specific goals.