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Curriculum development is a structured process that includes planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs. Various models, such as Tyler's, Taba's, and Saylor & Alexander's, provide frameworks for organizing and improving curricula, each with a unique focus on aspects like planning, teacher involvement, and holistic approaches. The overall goal is to ensure effective learning outcomes aligned with the institution's vision and goals.

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Curriculum development is a structured process that includes planning, designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs. Various models, such as Tyler's, Taba's, and Saylor & Alexander's, provide frameworks for organizing and improving curricula, each with a unique focus on aspects like planning, teacher involvement, and holistic approaches. The overall goal is to ensure effective learning outcomes aligned with the institution's vision and goals.

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Simplified Notes for Lesson 2.

3 - Curriculum Development: Processes and Models:

Curriculum Development Process


Curriculum development is a dynamic process involving planning, designing, implementing,
and evaluating.

1. Curriculum Planning

 Based on the school's vision, mission, and goals.


 Aligns with the educational philosophy of the institution.
 Defines desired learning outcomes for students.

2. Curriculum Designing

 Organizes content, learning activities, and assessment tools.


 Ensures logical sequencing of topics.
 Identifies resources needed for teaching.

3. Curriculum Implementation

 Translates the plan into actual classroom instruction.


 The teacher facilitates learning and applies the curriculum.
 Requires active engagement between teachers and students.

4. Curriculum Evaluation

 Determines if learning objectives are achieved.


 Formative evaluation – Ongoing assessment to track progress.
 Summative evaluation – Final assessment to measure mastery.
 Identifies areas for improvement in the curriculum.

Curriculum Development Models


1. Ralph Tyler’s Model (Four Basic Principles)

 Also known as Tyler’s Rationale.


 Focuses on planning and organizing learning experiences.
 Answers four key questions:
1. What are the educational purposes?
2. What learning experiences help achieve these purposes?
3. How should these experiences be organized?
4. How can we assess if the objectives are met?

2. Hilda Taba’s Model (Grassroots Approach)

 Advocates teacher involvement in curriculum development.


 Proposes a bottom-up approach (starting with teachers, not administrators).
 Six steps:
1. Identify students’ needs and societal expectations.
2. Set learning objectives.
3. Select content relevant to objectives.
4. Organize content logically.
5. Choose learning experiences for students.
6. Determine assessment methods.

3. Saylor and Alexander’s Model

 Curriculum is a plan for learning opportunities.


 Four steps:
1. Set goals and objectives for education.
2. Design the curriculum by selecting content and activities.
3. Implement the curriculum in classrooms.
4. Evaluate to improve and refine curriculum.

Summary
 Curriculum development follows a structured process: planning, designing,
implementing, and evaluating.
 Different models provide frameworks for curriculum organization and improvement.
 Tyler’s model focuses on planning, Taba’s model emphasizes teacher involvement,
and Saylor & Alexander’s model offers a holistic approach.

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