The backward design model to planning units (Wiggins and McTighe, 2005) has proven popular with teachers because it:
A) is less time consuming.
B) prioritises students' interests.
C) prioritises the teacher's preferred teaching strategies.
D) connects with the current focus on standards.

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The backward design model connects with the current focus on standards, which is why it has become popular with teachers. It involves starting with the intended learning outcomes and then designing instruction and assessment that will lead to those outcomes, rather than prioritizing student interests or preferred teaching strategies. While it may take more time upfront to plan using this model, it can ultimately result in more effective and efficient teaching.

The Backward Design Model to Planning Units (Wiggins and McTighe