What defines modified curriculum?

Modified curriculum refers to educational content that is adjusted to meet the individual learning needs of students, especially those with developmental disabilities. The defining characteristic of a modified curriculum is that it includes curriculum that targets the same grade level but with different learning objectives tailored to the unique abilities and challenges of the student. This means that while the subject matter might be appropriate for their grade, the specific goals and methods for achieving those goals are altered to provide effective learning experiences.

In contrast, different grade level work adjusts the subject matter to align with a student's academic level rather than their individual learning needs, which is not the essence of what a modified curriculum is about. The other options highlight specific adaptations or methodologies but do not capture the core principle of adjusting learning objectives within the framework of the same grade level. Thus, the focus is on making the curriculum accessible and relevant to each student’s learning requirements, emphasizing tailored educational goals over simply changing the academic content.