Fagplan

Fagplan is a term used in several Nordic education systems to describe a subject-specific plan that guides teaching and assessment for a given subject over a school year or longer. The fagplan sets out the intended learning outcomes, the essential knowledge and competencies students should acquire, the core topics to be covered, recommended teaching approaches, and the methods and criteria used for assessment. It serves as a bridge between national or regional curricula and classroom practice, providing both structure and flexibility for teachers.

Typical components include aims and learning outcomes; content areas or competencies; progression and differentiation across grade levels; teaching methods and learning activities; assessment criteria, methods, and grading practices; and references to resources or materials. The fagplan is usually developed by subject leaders or coordinators in collaboration with teachers and is reviewed and updated in line with curriculum revisions and school goals. It is implemented within the framework of national or regional standards, though the exact format and requirements vary by country and school.

In practice, fagplans support coordinated instruction, transparent expectations for students and parents, and alignment between what is taught, how it is learned, and how learning is assessed. The concept is most common in Nordic countries, where similar documents exist under names such as fagplan or subject plan, reflecting local educational traditions.