History and Foundations of Curriculum

• Define curriculum
• Analyze the history and trends of curriculum planning and design
• Examine the roles of curriculum personnel in the 21st century

Impact of Personal Philosophy and Learning Theories on Curriculum Development and Design

• Summarize the major educational philosophies
• Examine the impact that personal philosophies have on curriculum and on an educational environment
• Describe various learning theories and their influence on curriculum planning and design

Curriculum Planning Process

• Describe various types of curricula
• Examine the focal points for developing, designing, and implementing curriculum
• Identify the four stages of the curriculum planning process
• Analyze the influence that educational standards have on curriculum

Curriculum Development and Design

• Describe the influence that school districts’ mission statements have on curriculum design
• Analyze the instructional variables associated with curriculum development and design
• Examine the role of technology in curriculum development and design

Curriculum Implementation

• Identify the roles of school personnel and external groups in the curriculum development and implementation process
• Analyze leadership roles in the process of curriculum implementation
• Examine curriculum issues at the elementary, middle, and high school level

Improvements in the Curriculum Implementation Process

• Identify collaborative work cultures for curriculum
• Analyze the function of educational, societal, and political changes in the process of curriculum implementation
• Describe several lessons of curriculum change