GDPI-PME 810 Integrated Planning, Instruction, and Assessment

The task for this powerpoint was to create a visual representation of the relationships of the different conceptions of curriculum  to the different philosophical foundations and then to the different curricular designs. Credit goes to Jennifer Garinger who was a wonderful partner and support as we worked through the understanding and creation of this assignment.  Educational Philosophy and Curriculum Design Article Response Visual

“Curriculum is, for most students, a race in which they must surpass several obstacles, which are the subjects.” Marsh and Willis (2007) This quote is the way that many students, parents, the public, and even many teachers see curriculum. Curriculum is so much more than that! Starting to Dig… The topic of “Concepts of Curriculum” is of course such an important topic for all educators to dig into. However, I have been hesitant to start the readings for this topic as they initially seemed quite daunting.  I began with the Eisner & Vallance article and was pleasantly surprised that it was immediately recognized the conflict that curriculum can pose as: “ a dynamic and stimulating resource or a conceptual jungle.” Eisner & Vallance (1974) With this acknowledgment of that there can often be much confusion around curriculum, I was much more open and ready to look at some of the significant questions and concepts of the curriculum. A Summary of my Interpretations of Th...

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