Curriculum Development: Theory Into Practice (3rd Edition) - Hardcover

Tanner, Daniel; Tanner, Laurel

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0024189316 ISBN 13: 9780024189318

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 1994

Synopsis

This long awaited revision has been designed for both undergraduate and graduate readers. This book's treatment of the full spectrum of curriculum design and practice has set the standard for completeness for nearly two decades. The latest issues are addressed, especially national testing, curriculum fragmentation, and the quest for "core" curriculum in a multicultural society. For masters or doctoral level readers.

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From the Publisher

The long-awaited revision of this classic curriculum text! With its focus on the application of theory to actual classroom practice, this text's treatment of the full spectrum of curriculum design and practice has set the standard for completeness for nearly two decades. Part I explores the historical roots of current curriculum issues and practices, emphasizing the assessment of leading efforts at reform. Part II offers a critique of changing concepts of curriculum, conflicting curriculum and educational rationales, and influences for and against change. In Part III, major crosscurrents in reform and reconstruction are discussed, including social crises, the "knowledge explosion", curriculum articulation, and emerging designs. Part IV focuses on curriculum research and improvement, paying particular attention to the roles of teachers, supervisors, administrators, and curriculum specialists in the process.

Edition details

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0024189316
• ISBN 13: 9780024189318
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 746