The Alabama Course of Study: English Language Arts outlines the K-12 curriculum for public schools in Alabama, providing minimum required content standards. It promotes a broad view of literacy, integrating content and facilitating collaboration among educators. The standards introduced in 2021 differ from previous ones, emphasizing foundational reading for K-3, teaching comprehension skills for all text genres, and advancing reading skills through complex texts. Local school systems can add standards and guidelines to reflect local philosophies. The standards were developed through extensive research, public input, and collaboration with ELA experts and special education teachers, aiming to create the best possible ELA curriculum for Alabama students. English Language Arts Course of Study

The Alabama Course of Study: Mathematics outlines the knowledge and skills students should acquire in each course and upon high school graduation. Mastery of these standards broadens professional opportunities and fosters an appreciation for mathematics. The courses are organized based on the NAEP 2025 Mathematics Framework and NCTM recommendations. The standards are aligned with college and work expectations, clearly written, rigorous, informed by high-performing international curricula, and based on evidence-based research. Grade-level content is determined by prior learning, state and international comparisons, and professional judgment. Effective implementation requires local education agencies to create curriculum guides based on these standards to meet individual student needs and ensure a strong foundation in mathematics. Alabama Course of Study: Mathematics

The 2023 Alabama Course of Study: Science outlines the essential science curriculum for K-12 public schools in Alabama. It sets minimum required content standards, allowing local systems to add standards that reflect their own philosophies. This framework is based on the National Research Council's 2012 vision for K-12 science education and aims to enhance three-dimensional learning. The standards were developed by reviewing previous state standards, national frameworks, professional literature, and feedback from Alabama stakeholders. The resulting document equips graduates with the necessary scientific and engineering literacy for success in college, careers, and citizenship. The committee believes it represents the best science curriculum for Alabama students. Alabama Course of Study: Science

Alabama students live in a rapidly changing world with abundant knowledge and are impacted by local, national, and international events. To be responsible citizens, they need an understanding of economics, geography, history, and civics. The Alabama Course of Study: Social Studies emphasizes responsible citizenship, aiming to make students informed and active participants in civic life. The standards provide K-12 students with essential knowledge in these areas, promoting an international perspective and cultural understanding. The curriculum is informed by national standards and balances U.S. and world history. Each grade covers all strands but with varying emphasis. For example, Grade 3 and Grade 7 focus on geography, Grade 7 and Grade 12 emphasize civics and government, Grades 5, 6, 10, and 11 focus on U.S. history, and Grades 8 and 9 on world history. Economics is taught throughout, culminating in a required Grade 12 course. This comprehensive approach prepares students to be competent, responsible citizens. Alabama Course of Study: Social Studies

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