Curriculum Designer

1. Request the materials:

   • Ask user to point to files: syllabus, slides, notes, etc.
   • Use Read to analyze each document

2. Generate an Analysis Report:

## Course Analysis: [Course Name]

### Current Structure
- **Modules:** [count] modules identified
- **Format:** [lecture/lab/mixed]
- **Depth:** [introductory/intermediate/advanced]

### Content Inventory
| Module | Topics Covered | Last Updated | Status |
|--------|---------------|--------------|--------|
| 1. [Name] | [topics] | [date if known] | ✅ Current / ⚠️ Needs update / ❌ Outdated |

### Gaps Identified
- ❌ Missing: [topic that should be covered]
- ⚠️ Outdated: [topic using old tools/methods]
- 💡 Opportunity: [trending topic to add]

### Strengths
- ✅ [What's working well]
- ✅ [Strong coverage area]

A.2 Research Updates

For Claude Code, use WebSearch to find:

• What has changed in this field since the materials were created
• New tools, frameworks, or methodologies now standard
• Updated best practices or deprecated approaches
• Fresh case studies and examples

Present a "What's New" summary:

## What's New in [Topic] (2024-2025)

### Breaking Changes
- ⚠️ [Old approach] is now deprecated; use [new approach]
- ⚠️ [Tool] has been replaced by [new tool]

### New Additions to Consider
- 🆕 [New concept] - now considered essential
- 🆕 [New tool] - industry adoption at [X]%
- 🆕 [New methodology] - improves [outcome]

### Updated Examples
- Replace [old case study] with [new relevant example]
- Add [recent industry incident] as teachable moment

### Resources Refresh
- 📚 New recommended textbook: [title]
- 🎥 Quality video series: [name]
- 🔧 Updated tool documentation: [link context]

A.3 Propose Enhancements

For Claude Code, use AskUserQuestion with multiSelect: true:

Question: "Which enhancements would you like to apply?"
Options:
- Update outdated content with current practices
- Add new modules for emerging topics
- Refresh examples and case studies
- Add new delivery format (slides, web app, etc.)
- Enhance assessments and exercises
- Add interactive/hands-on components

A.4 Targeted Updates

For each selected enhancement:

1. Show the specific changes proposed (before/after)
2. Get approval before modifying
3. Preserve the user's existing structure and voice
4. Track changes in a changelog.md

## Changelog: [Course Name]

### [Date] - Enhancement Session

#### Content Updates
- **Module 3:** Updated "REST APIs" section to include GraphQL comparison
- **Module 5:** Replaced jQuery examples with modern vanilla JS

#### New Additions
- **Module 7 (NEW):** "Containerization with Docker" - 3 lessons
- **Lab 4.2 (NEW):** Hands-on Kubernetes deployment exercise

#### Removed/Deprecated
- Removed references to deprecated library X
- Archived old Flash-based interactive demos

#### Delivery Additions
- Generated slide deck for Module 1-3
- Created Jupyter notebook version of Labs

Mode B: Creating New Curriculum

(This is the original flow, now labeled as Mode B)

Phase 1: Course Vision & Setup

1.1 Understand the Goal

For Claude Code, use AskUserQuestion with multiple questions:

Questions:
1. "What is the main topic or subject area?" (free text via Other)
2. "Who is your target audience?"
   - Beginners (no prior knowledge)
   - Intermediate (some background)
   - Advanced (experienced practitioners)
   - Mixed levels
3. "What course format works best?"
   - University Semester (15 weeks)
   - Intensive Bootcamp (4-8 weeks)
   - Workshop Series (multiple sessions)
   - Self-Paced Online Course
4. "What's your primary teaching philosophy?"
   - Project-Based (learn by building)
   - Theory-First (concepts then application)
   - Problem-Based (real-world challenges)
   - Hands-On Labs (guided exercises)

1.2 Research & Suggest Modern Content

For Claude Code, use WebSearch to find:

• Latest trends and developments in the field
• Popular tools, frameworks, and technologies
• Industry certifications or standards
• Highly-rated courses, books, or resources
• Recent case studies or real-world applications

Present a "Topic Landscape" summary:

## Topic Landscape: [Topic Name]

### Current Trends
- [Trend 1 with brief explanation]
- [Trend 2 with brief explanation]

### Essential Tools & Technologies
- [Tool 1] - [why it matters]
- [Tool 2] - [why it matters]

### Recommended Resources
- [Book/Course 1]
- [Book/Course 2]

### Industry Context
- [How this topic is used in practice]

1.3 Establish Output Files

• curriculum.md - The main teaching plan
• delivery-plan.md - Technical implementation roadmap
• assessments.md - All assessments and rubrics
• resources.md - Curated list of resources

Phase 2: Curriculum Design (Per Module)

2.1 Smart Module Analysis

Present a complete Module Proposal:

## Module: [Topic Name]

**Prerequisites** (based on your audience level):
- ✅ [Concept 1] - Include as lesson
- 🔄 [Concept 2] - Quick recap
- ⏭️ [Concept 3] - Skip (already known)

**Core Concepts** (recommended coverage):
- ⭐ [Concept A] - EMPHASIZE
- 📘 [Concept B] - Cover normally
- 💡 [Concept C] - Optional deep-dive

**Suggested Lessons:**
1. Lesson Title - description
2. Lesson Title - description

**Suggested Activities:**
- 🛠️ [Hands-on Lab idea]
- 🎮 [Interactive exercise idea]
- 👥 [Group activity idea]

**Modern Additions** (from research):
- Consider adding [new tool/technique]
- Include [case study] as example

For Claude Code, use AskUserQuestion:

• Options: Approve as-is / Modify prerequisites / Modify concepts / Modify lessons / Start over

2.2 Generate Module Content

# Module X: [Title]

## Learning Objectives
By the end of this module, students will be able to:
- [Objective 1 - using Bloom's taxonomy verbs]
- [Objective 2]

## Lesson 1: [Title]

### Overview
[2-3 paragraph introduction]

### Key Concepts
1. **[Concept Name]**
   - Definition: ...
   - Why it matters: ...
   - Example: ...

### Hands-On Exercise
**Exercise 1.1: [Title]**
- Objective: ...
- Steps: ...
- Expected outcome: ...

### Discussion Questions
1. [Question for class discussion]

Phase 3: Assessment Design

Assessments are critical for measuring learning outcomes. Design them intentionally.

3.1 Assessment Strategy

For Claude Code, use AskUserQuestion:

Question: "What assessment approaches do you want to use?"
Options (multiSelect: true):
- Quizzes (knowledge checks)
- Coding/Practical Labs (hands-on skills)
- Projects (applied learning)
- Written Assignments (analysis/reflection)
- Peer Reviews (collaborative assessment)
- Oral Presentations (communication skills)
- Portfolio (cumulative demonstration)

3.2 Assessment Templates

Generate assessments based on selection. Write all to assessments.md.

Quiz Template

# Quiz: [Module Name]

**Duration:** [X] minutes
**Total Points:** [X]
**Passing Score:** [X]%

## Section A: Multiple Choice (X points each)

### Question 1
[Question text]

- A) [Option]
- B) [Option]
- C) [Option] ✓
- D) [Option]

**Explanation:** [Why C is correct]

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### Question 2
[Continue pattern...]

## Section B: Short Answer (X points each)

### Question 5
[Question requiring brief written response]

**Expected Answer:** [Key points to cover]
**Rubric:**
- Full credit: [criteria]
- Partial credit: [criteria]
- No credit: [criteria]

## Section C: Code Analysis (X points)

### Question 8
Given the following code:
```[language]
[code snippet]

a) What is the output? (2 pts) b) Identify the bug and fix it. (3 pts) c) What is the time complexity? (2 pts)

Answer Key: a) [answer] b) [answer with fixed code] c) [answer with explanation]

#### Lab/Practical Assessment Template

```markdown
# Lab Assessment: [Title]

**Module:** [X]
**Duration:** [X] hours
**Points:** [X]

## Objective
[What students will build/accomplish]

## Prerequisites
- [Required knowledge]
- [Required tools/setup]

## Starter Code/Resources
- [Link or embed starter files]

## Requirements

### Part 1: [Component] (X points)
- [ ] Requirement 1.1
- [ ] Requirement 1.2
- [ ] Requirement 1.3

### Part 2: [Component] (X points)
- [ ] Requirement 2.1
- [ ] Requirement 2.2

### Bonus Challenge (+X points)
- [ ] [Extra credit task]

## Submission
- Submit via [method]
- Include [required files]
- Due: [deadline]

## Grading Rubric

| Criterion | Excellent (100%) | Good (80%) | Satisfactory (60%) | Needs Work (40%) |
|-----------|-----------------|------------|-------------------|------------------|
| **Functionality** | All features work correctly | Minor issues | Major feature missing | Does not run |
| **Code Quality** | Clean, well-documented | Mostly clean | Some issues | Hard to read |
| **Requirements** | All met | Most met | Some met | Few met |

## Sample Solution
[Provide or link to reference implementation]

Project Assessment Template

# Project: [Title]

**Modules Covered:** [X, Y, Z]
**Duration:** [X] weeks
**Total Points:** [X]
**Team Size:** [Individual / X members]

## Project Overview
[Description of what students will build]

## Learning Outcomes Assessed
- [LO1]: [How this project assesses it]
- [LO2]: [How this project assesses it]

## Milestones

### Milestone 1: [Name] (Week X) - X points
**Deliverables:**
- [ ] [Deliverable 1]
- [ ] [Deliverable 2]

**Check-in Questions:**
1. [Question to verify understanding]

### Milestone 2: [Name] (Week X) - X points
[Continue pattern...]

### Final Submission (Week X) - X points
**Deliverables:**
- [ ] Working application/solution
- [ ] Documentation (README, comments)
- [ ] Reflection/writeup (500 words)
- [ ] Demo video (3-5 minutes)

## Grading Rubric

### Technical Implementation (40%)
| Score | Criteria |
|-------|----------|
| A | Exceeds requirements, elegant solution, handles edge cases |
| B | Meets all requirements, works correctly |
| C | Meets most requirements, minor bugs |
| D | Partially complete, significant issues |
| F | Does not meet minimum requirements |

### Code Quality (20%)
| Score | Criteria |
|-------|----------|
| A | Exceptional organization, thorough documentation |
| B | Well-organized, good documentation |
| C | Adequate organization, some documentation |
| D | Disorganized, minimal documentation |
| F | No discernible structure |

### Innovation & Creativity (20%)
[Similar rubric...]

### Presentation & Communication (20%)
[Similar rubric...]

## Academic Integrity
[Collaboration policy, citation requirements]

Peer Review Template

# Peer Review: [Assignment Name]

**Reviewer:** _______________
**Author:** _______________
**Date:** _______________

## Review Checklist

### Functionality
- [ ] Code runs without errors
- [ ] All requirements are met
- [ ] Edge cases are handled

### Code Quality
- [ ] Code is readable and well-formatted
- [ ] Variables/functions have clear names
- [ ] Comments explain complex logic

### Design
- [ ] Solution is appropriate for the problem
- [ ] No unnecessary complexity
- [ ] Follows best practices discussed in class

## Detailed Feedback

### Strengths (What works well)
1.
2.
3.

### Areas for Improvement
1. [Issue]: [Specific suggestion]
2. [Issue]: [Specific suggestion]

### Questions for the Author
1.

## Rating
Overall Quality: ☐ Excellent  ☐ Good  ☐ Satisfactory  ☐ Needs Work

## Reviewer Reflection
What did you learn from reviewing this work?

3.3 Assessment Calendar

Generate a timeline integrating assessments:

## Assessment Calendar

| Week | Module | Assessment | Type | Weight |
|------|--------|------------|------|--------|
| 2 | 1 | Quiz 1 | Knowledge check | 5% |
| 3 | 1-2 | Lab 1 | Practical | 10% |
| 4 | 2 | Quiz 2 | Knowledge check | 5% |
| 6 | 1-3 | Midterm Project | Applied | 20% |
| ... | ... | ... | ... | ... |
| 15 | All | Final Project | Capstone | 30% |

**Grade Breakdown:**
- Quizzes: 20%
- Labs: 20%
- Projects: 50%
- Participation: 10%

Phase 4: Delivery & Implementation

4.1 Choose Delivery Format

For Claude Code, use AskUserQuestion with multiSelect: true:

Question: "Which delivery formats do you need?"
Options:
- Interactive Web App
- Slide Decks
- Jupyter Notebooks
- LMS Package (Canvas/Moodle)
- Video Course Scripts
- Printed Worksheets/Handouts
- GitHub Repository (code + docs)

4.2 Delivery Templates

Based on selection, generate complete templates:

Template: Slide Deck (Reveal.js / Markdown)

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