Advance Curriculum Theory
- Education
- 900 level
- 106 pages
- 17 units
This course provides an in-depth exploration of advanced curriculum theory, focusing on models of curriculum planning, design, change, and implementation. It examines various curriculum conceptions, definitions, and types, as well as the relationship between knowledge and curriculum. The course also delves into the practical aspects of curriculum implementation, including factors affecting its effectiveness and models for ensuring fidelity. It aims to equip doctoral students with the skills to critically analyze and improve curriculum development processes.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- EDU721
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of EDU931, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
EDU931 · UNIT 2 TYPES OF CURRICULA
Although there very many definitions of curriculum, an interesting thing is that the definitions can be categorised into two major dimensions. These dimensions are Ends and Means, and Existential and Personal.
What you should be able to do
- Explain models of curriculum planning.
- Describe the characteristics and design of curriculum innovations.
- Plan curriculum change.
- Discuss models of educational change.
- Discuss studies in curriculum implementation.
- Explain theories of school learning and instruction.
- Identify models and theories of curriculum planning, design, and implementation in Nigerian education.
What it prepares you for
- Curriculum Developer
- Education Policy Analyst
- Instructional Designer
- Educational Consultant
- School Administrator
- Education
- Government
- Non-profit
- Research
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: Theories and Models of Curriculum Planning
Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Planning
Understanding the philosophical underpinnings and practical applications of various curriculum planning models requires critical analysis and synthesis of diverse theoretical perspectives.
- Module 4: Theories and Models of Curriculum Design
Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Design
Analyzing the strengths and weaknesses of different curriculum design categories and their impact on instructional strategies demands a comprehensive understanding of educational principles.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 39 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Course Guide
Course Guide · 3 hours
Read the course guide to understand the course objectives, assessment methods, and study plan.. Complete the course guide form and submit it to your tutorial facilitator..
- Week 2Module 1: Reviews of Curriculum Conceptions and Definitions
Unit 1: Views, Meanings and Definitions of Curriculum · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Views, Meanings and Definitions of Curriculum. Understand different views and definitions of curriculum.. Identify the dimensions for classifying curriculum definitions.. List and explain the components of a curriculum..
- Week 3Module 1: Reviews of Curriculum Conceptions and Definitions
Unit 2: Types of Curricula · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Types of Curricula. Outline the essential characteristics of different types of curricula.. Compare and contrast the different types of curricula.. Give examples of each type of curricula..
- Week 4Module 1: Reviews of Curriculum Conceptions and Definitions
Unit 3: The Scope of Curriculum Studies · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: The Scope of Curriculum Studies. Define curriculum studies.. Explain and differentiate between curriculum planning and curriculum development.. Explain and differentiate between curriculum design and construction.. Define curriculum theory and give examples of curriculum theories..
- Week 5Module 2: An Overview of the Concept of Curriculum Theory
Unit 1: Meanings, Definitions and Characteristics Theory of Curriculum · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Meanings, Definitions and Characteristics Theory of Curriculum. Define theory and curriculum theory.. List and explain four characteristics of curriculum theory.. Discuss the domain of a curriculum theory..
- Week 6Module 2: An Overview of the Concept of Curriculum Theory
Unit 2: Types and Views of Curriculum Theory · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Types and Views of Curriculum Theory. List the different types of curriculum theory.. Describe each type of curriculum theory.. List at least four characteristics of curriculum theory and describe them..
- Week 7Module 2: An Overview of the Concept of Curriculum Theory
Unit 3: Knowledge and the Curriculum · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Knowledge and the Curriculum. Describe the nature of human knowledge.. List the different forms of knowledge and explain them.. Explain ways in which culture influences curriculum development..
- Week 8Module 3: Theories and Models of Curriculum Planning
Unit 1: Overview of the Field of Curriculum Planning · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Overview of the Field of Curriculum Planning. Define curriculum planning.. Explain elements of curriculum planning.. List sources of data for curriculum planning..
- Week 9Module 3: Theories and Models of Curriculum Planning
Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Planning · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Planning. Define models and curriculum models.. Distinguish between prescriptive and descriptive models of curriculum.. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of major prescriptive models.. Identify the strengths and weaknesses of a major descriptive model..
- Week 10Module 3: Theories and Models of Curriculum Planning
Unit 3: Aims and Objectives · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Aims and Objectives. Define aims and objectives.. Explain the different types of objectives.. Identify sources of aims and objectives of education.. State aims and objectives..
- Week 11Module 4: Theories and Models of Curriculum Design
Unit 1: Overview of Curriculum Design · 3 hours
Read Unit 1: Overview of Curriculum Design. Define curriculum designing.. List and explain curriculum design techniques.. Identify steps in curriculum designing.. List and explain different curriculum designs..
- Week 12Module 4: Theories and Models of Curriculum Design
Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Design · 3 hours
Read Unit 2: Models of Curriculum Design. List different categories of curriculum design.. Explain examples of each category of curriculum design.. Compare and contrast the different categories of curriculum design.. Identify the designs of Nigerian curriculum at different levels of education..
- Week 13Module 4: Theories and Models of Curriculum Design
Unit 3: Patterns of the Curriculum · 3 hours
Read Unit 3: Patterns of the Curriculum. Explain the characteristics of centralised and decentralised curriculum designs.. Compare and contrast centralised and decentralised patterns of curriculum designs.. State the advantages and disadvantages of centralised curriculum pattern of designing.. State the advantages and disadvantages of decentralised pattern of curriculum designing..
Preparing for the exam
- Create concept maps linking Units 1-3 curriculum definitions and theories.
- Compare and contrast different curriculum planning models from Units 4-6 in a table.
- Practice applying curriculum design principles from Units 7-9 to hypothetical scenarios.
- Analyze case studies of curriculum implementation from Units 10-12, identifying success factors and challenges.
- Review key terms and concepts from all modules weekly to reinforce understanding.
- Allocate specific study time for each unit, focusing on areas of weakness identified in self-assessment exercises.
- Form study groups to discuss complex topics and share insights.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and identify areas for improvement.
- Practice answering essay questions under timed conditions to improve exam technique.
Questions students ask about this course
What is EDU931 about?
This course provides an in-depth exploration of advanced curriculum theory, focusing on models of curriculum planning, design, change, and implementation. It examines various curriculum conceptions, definitions, and types, as well as the relationship between knowledge and curriculum. The course also delves into the practical aspects of curriculum implementation, including factors affecting its effectiveness and models for ensuring fidelity. It aims to equip doctoral students with the skills to critically analyze and improve curriculum development processes.
How many units does EDU931 have?
EDU931, Advance Curriculum Theory, has 17 units across 6 modules, over 106 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
Is EDU931 hard?
EDU931 is rated advanced level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does EDU931 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.
How is EDU931 assessed?
EDU931 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What do I need before starting EDU931?
EDU721
What can I do with EDU931?
Curriculum Developer, Education Policy Analyst, Instructional Designer, Educational Consultant and School Administrator.