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Please use the provided question submission form to raise questions about Bluebonnet Learning that fall outside the scope of our session.

https://tea.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1S33q0WZ25PxtmC​

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Strong Foundations Implementation FAQ - Google Docs We share this language on page 9 of the document. (This is housed in the Product Advisor Playbook which you will get access to during the PA certification week.) This FAQ is constantly updating. We will review this round of training's questions and add those answers to this document.

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I have taught and served as the instructional coach for the CER version of the materials so I think I have a pretty good understanding of the materials. I am looking forward to comparing the materials and learning more about what makes Bluebonnet unique.

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Bluebonnet Learning K-5 RLA instructional materials are: HQIM, rigorous, build background knowledge, and hit the 4 Literacy RBIS.

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I really want to learn more about the new Foundational Skills portion for 3rd grade and how that can be used to support learning.

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Researched based and TKES aligned

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I feel more confident in understanding what's included in the instructional materials, how the structure works across grade levels, and what I will need to consider for internalization, both in preparation for my supporting LEAs and also in coaching.

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Emergent Bilingual Support

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I have a better understanding of how the lesson is structured and where the various components are located.

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Bluebonnet is a literacy curriculum aligned to the Science of Reading that supports students become strong readers. Instruction text are above grade level and vocabulary instruction is embedded to support academic and linguistic success.

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What is the "Big Question" in some of the lessons?

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Bluebonnet materials provide teachers with HQIM and lesson structures to support students in engaging in structured and explicit lessons.

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I have a pretty good understanding from using Amplify as an instructional Coach. The structure is similar to Bluebonnet. I love the bluebonnet alignment and specific sequencing with the inclusion of RBIS.

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I have a pretty good understanding from using Amplify as an instructional Coach. The structure is similar to Bluebonnet. I love the bluebonnet alignment and specific sequencing with the inclusion of RBIS.

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Bluebonnet Learning RLA is a K–5 literacy curriculum that integrates all language skills and provides coherent, equitable, research-based instruction.

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Bluebonnet Learning RLA is a K–5 literacy curriculum that integrates all language skills and provides coherent, equitable, research-based instruction.

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Bluebonnet Learning’s K–5 RLA Instructional Materials are designed to support reading and language arts instruction with a focus on foundational skills, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. The materials follow a structured approach, include teacher guides and student resources, and aim to build strong literacy skills across all grade levels.

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Bluebonnet Learning’s K–5 RLA Instructional Materials are designed to support reading and language arts instruction with a focus on foundational skills, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing. The materials follow a structured approach, include teacher guides and student resources, and aim to build strong literacy skills across all grade levels.

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A very robust curriculum that supports all learnings and provides instruction on or above grade level. It has a coherence focus horizontally and vertically.

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I would like to learn more about standard alignment and helping teachers understand the skills they are supporting students in learning. Teachers have, in the past, gotten caught up in the scientific or historical context and lost site of what reading and writing skills they are teaching.

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Very comprehensive and research-based curriculum that is thoughtfully designed

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Very comprehensive and research-based curriculum that is thoughtfully designed

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I'd like to learn more about utilizing the Table of Contents to examine the arc of learning.

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The materials are clear but teachers will need supports in learning to locate them. It is critical that teachers internalize lessons and understand their content. As a PA it is my role to support teachers and coaches in supporting teachers with ongoing lesson internalization. The lessons include high level texts and build upon each other so it is critical they are followed with fidelity.

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BL K-2 teaches Foundational Skills and RLA in blocks, while 3-5 integrates the content. Reading levels are 2 grades higher than the HQIM grade level content. Supports for teachers are throughout the lesson plan and internalization will be key.

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I would like to understand more about centers beyond word work/where to find these materials.

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Instruction is explicit, systematic, and cover the RBIS. It provides comprehensive support to all students to access rigorous, grade-level texts and standards.

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I want to learn more about the assessments and CFUs and alignment to the TEKS and primary focus. More time to really dig in.

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Additional resources for Spanish curriculum

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Additional resources for Spanish curriculum

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Mostly I need time to explore and use all the different guides to get practice navigating through the resources, so I feel confident directing teachers.

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I would like to learn more about the FS in Spanish lessons and scope and sequence. I would like to dig into this more so that I feel more knowledgeable and confident when supporting bilingual teachers and leaders with this domain.

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Assessments and see examples of the questioning. 

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Assessments and see examples of the questioning. 

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Research Based HQIM that ensures all students are held to high expectations. It focuses on the important balance of knowledge and reading skill early on

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I would like to learn more about the assessment components and how they align to instruction as well as the rigor of STAAR.

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careful thought has gone into creating an HQIM that supports on grade level teaching. There are a number of additional materials that will support teachers in effective teaching and reteaching of skills.

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I would like to learn more about how the units address all the genres--some of my LEAs are concerned about the balance of genres used and how some of them are not visited enough.

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I want to learn more about the assessments and the alignment to instruction.

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Bluebonnet Learning has rigorous material because students can attain the information. It is aligned to RBIS best practices.

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how the Spanish materials support dual language models

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I would like to learn more about how the writing instruction is integrated across grade levels in Bluebonnet Learning K–5 RLA.

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I would like to learn more about how the writing instruction is integrated across grade levels in Bluebonnet Learning K–5 RLA.

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I'm actually looking forward to digging more into the supplemental resources that facilitate students acting and directing "A Midsummer Night's Dream".

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Is Bluebonnet explicitly based on the CKLA curriculum? If so, how does it differ?

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Is Bluebonnet explicitly based on the CKLA curriculum? If so, how does it differ?

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Internalization strategies to ensure full understanding of the lesson

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Bluebonnet is a curriculum one can trust! It is grounded in the science of reading, aligns with neuroscience on what our brains need to learn to read, write, and discuss.

And ultimately, the curriculum allows educators to utilize best practices and best strategies to engage all students in grade level rigorous text.

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I was not able to locate the Big Questions in the lesson I viewed for K-2.

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Bluebonnet is a comprehensive, research-based High Quality Instructional Material, aligned to TEKS, approved by IMRA, that has comprehensive resources to support teachers in implementation.

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The instructional materials are based on the science of learning and the evidence of connections to TEKS and RBIS builds investment from users. As product advisors, we have an important role in connecting the dots to make the HQIM come to life.

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I have a better understanding of the BBL K-5 RLA and the why behind it. I also feel more confident that I can provide support to LEAs who need answers to questions about the product.

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The function of essential questions with big questions within 3-5 units.

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I would like to learn more about the QTI assessments and K-2 foundational skills, specifically, the approach to syllables and spelling patterns.

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Emphasize knowledge building through themed units and repeated exposure to vocabulary and supports teachers with daily detailed HQ lesson and scaffolds.

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Bluebonnet Learning RLA was developed around the TEKS and it is clear that the RBIS are embedded within each lesson. Lessons are focused on students engaging in knowledge building. Teachers are provided with everything they need to bring the learning and engagement to life in their classrooms.

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In order for teachers to be successful, there will need to be a robust internalization process in which teachers are learning about the lesson themselves. Also, there will need to be an understanding at a systemic level that the art of teaching is where you lean into teachers' experience. They have to feel as though they are retaining some autonomy.

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Built to help all students grow as readers and writers by using strong texts, clear routines, and support for every learner

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Bluebonnet learning is high quality instructional material that was put together with a lot of thought. It will ensure that all students get a quality education and it will support teachers in providing this education to students.

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Bluebonnet RLA incorporates the components of the Science of Teaching Reading and supports the development of foundational reading skills.

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I would like time to sit with the activity books and power points to make the connection between the intended learning and learning outcome.

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I would like to learn more about the structure that 3-5 has. Although there is alignment to K-2, the structure is different in some areas.

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I still want to understand the connections between CFU's, the big question, and unit assessments and how these were decided upon. I know when working with teachers there may not be time for all of these so understanding these connections thoroughly will help me guide them in deciding which will keep their lesson alignment and ensure we are keeping the end in mind.

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k-2 has a foundational skills segment for 60 minutes & RLA segment for 60 minutes

3rd grade has 120 minutes integrated RLA with optional 30 minutes foundational skills

4-5 has 90 minutes integrated RLA

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I may have missed this if was already addressed, are there any exemplar videos of a lesson delivery? I am thinking about novice teachers and those in alternative certification pathway--what supports are available to build their pedagogy and content knowledge for implementing BL RLA?

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I may have missed this if was already addressed, are there any exemplar videos of a lesson delivery? I am thinking about novice teachers and those in alternative certification pathway--what supports are available to build their pedagogy and content knowledge for implementing BL RLA?

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Tier 2 & 3 supports

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I would like to learn more about SWAP

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Bluebonnet Learning RLA is a comprehensive curriculum that embeds RBIS and alignment to the TEKS.

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I'd like to learn more about the assessments for lessons.

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Bluebonnet provides a comprehensive approach to teaching ELA. There is a focus on phonemic awareness, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. The curriculum is structured to build upon each year's concepts and growing students' literacy skills progressively.

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I would like to learn more about being responsive to data for both formative and summative assessments.

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I would like to learn more about the Assessment philosophy behind the curriculum and the assessment structure across gradebands.

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Every piece of material, TEKS, lesson, scope and sequence, guide, appendix, etc. serves to equip students for the long haul with access to information that far exceeds the classrooms. It'll be imperative to stamp this with teachers and IC's so that they truly grasp the big picture of the Bluebonnet Curriculum.

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I would like to learn more about the assessments: Pacing, objective, expectations, etc.

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I'd love to see videos of these lessons for k-2 & 3-5

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While today was a crash course and I know where to find everything, I would benefit from an opportunity to slow down and practice some of the internalization and lesson prep practices asked of teachers. I would also love to see some models of teachers facilitating these lessons.

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I would like to learn more about how student daily independent practice is embedded. It seems that the instruction is teacher led, concise and explicit to the point that student practice is limited.

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Assessment and Differentiation

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How are small groups incorporated in K-2 lessons? What are the other students doing during the small group? I have observed students completing activity pages, but they do not have enough to do for 15 minutes or so that the teacher needs with a small group. Can a teacher incorporate literacy centers during that time to reinforce previously though skills?

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I'm curious about how the reading passages are designed to be above grade level by two years and how students perform in independent reading with this level of complexity.

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Bluebonnet is a very well-designed program with plenty of supports for teachers and students. It is research-based and proposes powerful cognitive routines to develop strong literacy.

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Most effective ways to incorporate the Foundational Skills materials in 3rd grade

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Follows RBIS and HQIM

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I have a general understanding of Bluebonnet from previously teaching using Amplify. I like that Bluebonnet seems to be better aligned to TEKS. I like how comprehensive it is and how it does a great job incorporating the different language domains as well as embedded supports.

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How are districts who are implementing Bluebonnet handling the pacing of the lessons?

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More time to explore and looking at the digital components.

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Bluebonnet is a research based curriculum that is aligned to best practices and ensures that all students experience grade level content. 

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Bluebonnet is a research based curriculum that is aligned to best practices and ensures that all students experience grade level content. 

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I would like to know more about the digital assessments, and look into the differences between Bluebonnet and Amplify.

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The materials are aligned to standards and based on the Science of Reading. The program is intentional in building knowledge and embedding supports for students.

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I want to learn about the program's implementation with dual language models.

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Very robust curriculum that is aligned to RBIS and the TEKS... but still comes down to internalization and consistent implementation.

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I wonder about why the data slides like Crowley ISD's are not in any teacher-facing turnkey material that I have seen...

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Well aligned and builds on previous year's knowledge.

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Well aligned and builds on previous year's knowledge.

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K-2 and 3-5 have some structural/procedural differences. This is a comprehensive curriculum with embedded supports for all learners. K-2 focuses on foundational skills with more of a focus on knowledge and comprehension in 3-5. It is TEKS-aligned and resources are all aligned to be grade level, complex, and at the rigor of the state standard.

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K-2 and 3-5 have some structural/procedural differences. This is a comprehensive curriculum with embedded supports for all learners. K-2 focuses on foundational skills with more of a focus on knowledge and comprehension in 3-5. It is TEKS-aligned and resources are all aligned to be grade level, complex, and at the rigor of the state standard.

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It is rooted in researched based strategies to build foundational and conceptual understanding of the reading process from direct explicit instruction to reading and responding to the text both verbally and with written expression.

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The material is intentional and equitable for all learners and I love that it is research based and on grade level. Best practices for better student outcomes!!

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These materials are both comprehensive - providing teachers and students with everything they will need to successfully access the curriculum and cohensive - aligned within the grade level and across grade levels. I love how the materials also align with social studies and science TEKS as well as LAR.

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The intentionality and alignment behind the bluebonnet instructional materials really stands out to me. This is a key factor in providing an equitable education for all of our students.

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My understanding is that Bluebonnet has all the tools needed to serve as a high-quality curriculum for students and teachers. Teachers will need time and support to learn how to make best use of the tools and move forward at an appropriate pace.

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I've learned that Bluebonnet is a well structured program that blends foundational skills, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing in a consistent, TEKS-aligned format. It supports all learners through embedded scaffolds and engages students with high-quality texts and meaningful instruction.

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Bluebonnet materials are HQIM designed with specific structures and consistent routines to help support teachers as they build confident readers.

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After today, I have a pretty good understanding of the lesson compenents and how they differ between K-2 and 3-5. I understand how Bluebonnet supports the expectations of RBIS, why bluebonnet meets the criteria of HQIM and how teachers can use Bluebonnet to implement high quality, rigorous instruction in their classrooms. 

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After today, I have a pretty good understanding of the lesson compenents and how they differ between K-2 and 3-5. I understand how Bluebonnet supports the expectations of RBIS, why bluebonnet meets the criteria of HQIM and how teachers can use Bluebonnet to implement high quality, rigorous instruction in their classrooms. 

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BBL is structured to provide a comprehensive approach to literacy. BBL builds on background knowledge and foundational skills.

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Maybe learn more about the observation tool??

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I look forward to learning more on how to support the internalization process.

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The Bluebonnet RLA curriculum, or Bluebonnet Learning K–5 Reading Language Arts, HQIM materials designed by TEA for student success. It is designed to align with the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) for grades K-5, and includes foundational skills for K-3. The curriculum uses knowledge-building units to teach reading and writing, with lessons that connect to Texas history, geography, and culture, alongside classic literature and cross-curricular content like science and technology.