Integrated Curriculum Overview
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What is the primary focus of an integrated curriculum?

  • To connect different subject areas into meaningful associations (correct)
  • To cover a broad range of unrelated topics
  • To maintain traditional subject boundaries
  • To emphasize rote memorization of facts
  • Who defined the concept of integrated curriculum in 1989?

  • William Kilpatrick
  • John Dewey
  • Jean Piaget
  • Shoemaker (correct)
  • Which of the following best describes interdisciplinary curriculum?

  • Uses a linear approach to education
  • Prioritizes standardized testing over understanding
  • Focused solely on one subject area
  • Brings together different disciplines to study broad areas (correct)
  • What is a key characteristic of integrated and interdisciplinary curricula?

    <p>They foster collaboration between different subject matters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is least aligned with the principles of integrated curriculum?

    <p>It isolates subject content to prevent confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Integrated Curriculum

    • A curriculum format that connects different subject matter areas to study broad themes.
    • This approach breaks down disciplinary boundaries, emphasizing interrelationships between subjects.
    • Shoemaker's definition (1989) highlights the idea of "meaningful association" to create a unified learning experience.
    • The goal is to create broad, integrated learning experiences that transcend traditional subject-matter divisions.

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    Explore the concept of Integrated Curriculum, which connects various subject areas to examine broad themes. This approach promotes interrelationships among disciplines, emphasizing meaningful associations for a unified learning experience. Discover how this method transcends traditional educational boundaries.

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