Curriculum Construction (EDU 550)

Term: 2009-2010 Year 4A (Grad- Accel)

Faculty

John Robert SmithShow MyInfo popup for John Robert Smith

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Schedule

Wed, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM (5/5/2010 - 6/9/2010) Location: D587 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.