CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

Curriculum Development

Curriculum Development

Knowledge of the contributing or foundation disciplines of psychology, philosophy, and sociology are essential for curriculum development. Of course, the effective developer also needs a strong understanding of people (how they grow, learn, and cope); and society (how learners are influenced by the various groups and cultures that comprise it). Psychology contributes through its investigation of the thoughts and actions involved in teaching and learning. It not only provides information that assists curriculum development, but also contributes its own methods of investigation.

The influence of Tyler (2002) with his theory of reinforcement and the resultant shift in emphasis ...