Curriculum Construction (EDU 550)

Term: 2005-2006 Year 3A (Grad- Accel

Faculty

Marcia K PettyShow MyInfo popup for Marcia K Petty

Schedule

Thu, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM (1/5/2006 - 2/9/2006) Location: I

Description

This course presents a dual focus on the philosophical and practical aspects of curriculum construction. Understanding of course content is developed through a variety of readings, presentations, projects, and class discussion. Key topics include developing curriculum aligned to Missouri's Show-Me Standards, the historical bases for traditional subject-area curricula, alternative curriculum structures, philosophical bases of curriculum development, social and cultural issues, and future trends.