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What are the four dimensions of curriculum theory?
What are the four dimensions of curriculum theory?
- Objectives, curriculum structure, instructional methods, and student evaluation
- Aims or goals, content or material, teaching methods, and student assessment
- Aims or objectives, content or subject matter, guide methods or procedures, and evaluation or assessment (correct)
- Goals, subject matter, pedagogical approaches, and student progress tracking
What is the primary function of a curriculum model?
What is the primary function of a curriculum model?
- To evaluate student performance
- To enforce rigid teaching methods
- To guide the designing and development of the curriculum (correct)
- To standardize subject matter
What are the characteristics of subject-centered curriculum models?
What are the characteristics of subject-centered curriculum models?
- Loosely structured, focused on student interests, no time constraints
- Flexible, focused on general concepts, no specific mandates for coverage
- Mandate coverage of broad topics without time restrictions
- Rigid, based on specific courses, mandate coverage of specific material in a set time frame (correct)
What is the primary focus of learner-centered curriculum models?
What is the primary focus of learner-centered curriculum models?
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Curriculum Theory
- There are four dimensions of curriculum theory.
Curriculum Models
- The primary function of a curriculum model is to provide a framework for designing and developing curriculum.
Subject-Centered Curriculum Models
- Subject-centered curriculum models focus on the subject matter or content to be taught.
- Characteristics of subject-centered curriculum models include:
- Emphasis on the structure and organization of knowledge.
- Focus on the transmission of knowledge from the teacher to the student.
- Prioritization of academic rigor and achievement.
Learner-Centered Curriculum Models
- The primary focus of learner-centered curriculum models is on the learner and their needs, interests, and experiences.
- Characteristics of learner-centered curriculum models include:
- Emphasis on the student's learning process and experiences.
- Focus on developing skills and attitudes that promote lifelong learning.
- Prioritization of student autonomy and self-directed learning.
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