Description
This freestanding online module aims to deepen your understanding of the different approaches to Curriculum, linking these to relevant policy, and always relating back to your own professional practice where possible. We also explore the underlying theoretical concepts in the field. The module rejects the idea that the curriculum is something to be delivered, but instead we aim to promote the development of students as curriculum thinkers, with an international perspective.ÌýÌý
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We draw on the knowledge of top UCL Institute of Education (IOE) curriculum experts for this module, and we deliver the teaching entirely online, through the medium of podcasts, interviews with experts, curriculum archive materials from the world famous collection held in the Institute of Education Newsam Library, online presentations, interactive forums, and online seminars.ÌýÌý
During the module we cover the following areas of enquiry:Ìý
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Background to the study of the curriculumÌýÌý
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The role of knowledgeÌýÌý
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The hidden and extended curriculaÌýÌý
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Socio-historical perspectives on the curriculumÌýÌý
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The relationship between childhood, schooling and curriculumÌýÌý
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The role of ethnicity, class and gender in curriculumÌýÌý
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Progressive schooling and curriculum reformÌýÌý
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Artificial intelligence and the curriculum Ìý
ÌýYou will be assessed via a 4000-word written assignment as well as the creation of a 5 minute podcast, applying curriculum theory to your own professional experience. Former students choosing this module have included primary and secondary school teachers, private tutors, further and higher education lecturers, and allied health professionals with an interest in professional education and training.Ìý
Module deliveries for 2024/25 academic year
Last updated
This module description was last updated on 19th August 2024.
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