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Curriculum Studies - Theories of Curriculum Development.

The document discusses various theories of curriculum development, including Cognitive-Developmental, Constructivist, Behaviorist, Humanistic, and Social Learning theories. Each theory outlines key ideas and applications for educators, emphasizing the importance of aligning curriculum with developmental stages, experiential learning, reinforcement, personal growth, and social interaction. The document concludes with a prompt for reflection on integrating multiple theories into lesson planning.

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Curriculum Studies - Theories of Curriculum Development.

The document discusses various theories of curriculum development, including Cognitive-Developmental, Constructivist, Behaviorist, Humanistic, and Social Learning theories. Each theory outlines key ideas and applications for educators, emphasizing the importance of aligning curriculum with developmental stages, experiential learning, reinforcement, personal growth, and social interaction. The document concludes with a prompt for reflection on integrating multiple theories into lesson planning.

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CURRICULUM

STUDIES

Theories of
Curriculum
Development.
Introduction
Curriculum development is guided by educational theories that
shape how knowledge is structured, delivered, and assessed.
These theories help educators align curriculum with learning
needs, societal demands, and educational objectives
A.) Cognitive-Developmental Theory
(Jean Piaget, Jerome Bruner)
Key Ideas:
Learning progresses through developmental stages
(Piaget).
The curriculum should match students' cognitive abilities.
Spiral curriculum (Bruner) suggests revisiting concepts
with increasing complexity.

Piaget Developmental
Sensorimotor Preoperational Concrete Operational Formal Operational
Stages.
0-2 years 2-7 years 7-11 years 11+ years
A.) Cognitive-Developmental Theory
(Jean Piaget, Jerome Bruner)
Application:

Use age-appropriate teaching methods.


Allow active exploration and scaffolding.
B) Constructivist Theory (Lev Vygotsky, John Dewey)

Key Ideas:

Learners construct knowledge


through experiences.
Learning is social and occurs
within the Zone of Proximal
Development (Vygotsky).
Formal Operational
B) Constructivist Theory (Lev
Vygotsky, John Dewey)
Application:
Use inquiry-based learning, group projects,
and real-world applications.
Encourage peer collaboration and guided
discovery.
C.) Behaviorist Theory (B.F. Skinner,
Edward Thorndike)

Key Ideas:

Learning is shaped by reinforcement and conditioning.


Curriculum should include structured, sequenced objectives.
Start → Define Learning Goals → Break Down into Units → Sequence Objectives →
Select Teaching Methods → Design Assessments → Implement Strategies →
Evaluate and Adjust → End (Continuous Improvement)
C.) Behaviorist Theory (B.F. Skinner,
Edward Thorndike)
Application:

Use repetition, drills, and positive reinforcement.


Provide clear learning objectives and immediate feedback.
D) Humanistic Theory (Carl Rogers,
Abraham Maslow)
Key Ideas:
Education should focus on personal
growth and emotional well-being.
Learners are motivated when their
psychological needs are met
(Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs).
D) Humanistic Theory (Carl Rogers,
Abraham Maslow)
Application:
Create a supportive and learner-
centered environment.
Encourage creativity, self-
expression, and student choice.
E.) Social Learning Theory (Albert
Bandura)
Application:
Use collaborative activities
and role-playing.
Integrate multimedia and
real-life examples.
Comparing Curriculum Theories

Theory Focus Teaching Implications

Cognitive-Developmental Developmental readiness Stage-based activities, scafolding


Constructivist Learner-centered, experiential Inquiry-based learning, real-world applications
Behaviorist Stimulus-response learning Reinforcement, structured drills
Humanistic Personal growth, motivation Safe learning environment, self-directed learning

Social Learning Learning through interaction Group work, modeling, peer learning
Discussion and
Reflection
1. How can you
integrate multiple
theories in lesson
planning?

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