Chapter 1- The Field of Curriculum Dewey Tyler Counts
A curriculum approach reflects a person’s view of the world
Curriculum Approaches Behavioral Managerial Systems Academic Humanistic
Reconceptualists
Definitions of Curriculum A plan for achieving desired goals or ends The experiences of the learner A system for dealing with people and processes A field of study Subject matter
Asking the right questions is crucial for addressing basic concerns in curriculum and for determining the basic concepts, principles, and research methods of the field.
Foundations of Curriculum Philosophy History Psychology Sociology
Domains of Curriculum Philosophy Theory Research History Development Design Evaluation Policy As a Field of Study
Theory and Practice Theory: the most advanced and valid knowledge available that can be generalized and applied to many situations
The test of a good theory is whether it can guide practice. In reverse, good practice is based on theory.
Curriculum Workers Curriculum Worker Curriculum Supervisor Curriculum Leader Curriculum Coordinator Curriculum Specialist
The Teacher and the Curriculum The teacher should play a major role in planning, implementing, and evaluating the curriculum