CURRICULUM curriculum is not only about a course or a simple listing of subjects but it is the total learning experience of students 

Domain 4 The domain of curriculum refers to all elements of the teaching learning process that work in convergence to help students understand the curricular goals and objectives and to attain high standards of learning defined in the curriculum. These elements include the teacher’s knowledge of subject matter, teaching learning approaches and activities, instructional materials and learning resources.

Types of Curriculum

WRITTEN CURRICULUM A lesson plan or syllabus written by teachers. The one written by curriculum experts with the help of subject teachers.  Element: Teacher’s knowledge of subject matter

TAUGHT CURRICULUM What the teachers implement or deliver in the classrooms. Refers to the different planned activities which are put into action in the classroom. Varies according to the learning styles of students and teaching styles of teachers. Element: Teaching learning approaches and activities Whatever is being taught or an activity being done in the classroom is a taught curriculum. So, when teachers give a lecture, initiate group work, or ask students to do a laboratory experiment with the their guidance, the taught curriculum is demonstrated. This curriculum contains different teaching styles and learning styles to address the students’ needs and interests.

SUPPORTED CURRICULUM Refers to resources that support or help in the implementation of the curriculum. Includes material resources such as textbooks, computers, audio-visual materials, laboratory equipment, playground, zoos and other facilities. Element: Instructional materials and learning resources

LEARNED CURRICULUM The bottom-line curriculum – what the students actually learned Refers to the learning outcomes achieved by the students Indicated by the results of the tests – cognitive, affective and psychomotor Element: Teaching learning approaches and activities

HIDDEN CURRICULUM Is the unintended curriculum. Is not deliberately planned but may modify behavior or influence learning outcomes. School environment or physical conditions of the classroom Peer influence Teacher-learner interaction Mood of teachers and students Element: Teaching learning approaches and activities

Curriculum is not only about a course or a simple listing of subjects but it is the total learning experience of students

Reference Bilbao, P. P., Lucido, P. I., Iringan, T. C., and R. B. Javier (2008). Curriculum development. Quezon City: Lorimar Publishing, Inc.