Lesson planning is usually done by planning forward. They start with the activities of the lesson in hopes that they will teach the desired elements. In Understanding by Design we begin with the end in mind. In the framework created by Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe, they stress the importance of "backwards design" (Bowen, 2017). This framework focuses on creating educational experiences after first identifying what they desired outcomes should be. The key components are divided into three stages, and I believe that it gives the teacher an opportunity to dig deeper into the goals of what they are trying to have their students learn and not just the activities to get there. 

In Fink's Three Column Table, Fink is more focused on creating a significant learning environment and integrating lessons throughout subjects. It also includes three components in the table, learning goals, active learning and feedback, and assessment and grading. 

You can view my learning outcomes three column table for my innovation plan here. 

Both of these frameworks focus on the backward design, using the end goal to help shape the activities and lessons. I do believe that while the three column table was helpful in getting started, the Understanding by Design framework allowed me the opportunity to dig deeper into what my goals were and really plan something that would be successful for the teachers I will be working with. 

The integration of Understanding by Design (UbD) and Fink's 3 Column Table has significantly enriched my ability to design effective learning environments and implement innovative educational plans. Using UbD's emphasis on clear learning objectives and coherent instructional activities has allowed me to purposefully structure learning activities in a way I know will be well received and meaningful. Meanwhile, Fink's model, with its focus on integrated design and the creation of significant learning experiences, has inspired unique approaches within my innovation plan. By aligning learning goals, activities, and assessments, Fink's model contributes to the development of cohesive and impactful plans for ePortfolio lessons. Collectively, these design processes provide a comprehensive framework for setting strategic goals, implementing active learning strategies, and continually assessing and improving the effectiveness of educational innovations.