EDU 550 01 705 - Curriculum Construction

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Curriculum Construction (EDU 550)

Term: 2011-2012 Academic Year 4A (Grad- Accel)

Schedule

Wed, 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM (6/13/2012 - 7/25/2012) Location: D600 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.