Curriculum Construction (EDU 550)

Term: 2006-2007 Year 3A (Grad- Accel

Faculty

Schedule

Wed, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM (4/11/2007 - 5/16/2007) Location: D286 TBA TBA

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.