Curricular Foundations: Read Chapters 13 & 14 The Changing Purposes of American Education & Curriculum and Instruction
Glance over chapter 13, but read 14 in detail. In chapter 14, tell us about your philosophical leanings on curriculum. Are you subject-centered or student-centered curriculum based?
Do you believe in the back to basics approach or making curriculum relevant to the lives of students? Page 431 provides a chart delineating the beliefs.
You may also discuss the role of technology in the classroom and various pedagogical strategies you connect with.
References
Ornstein, A. C., Levine, D. U., Gutek, G. L., & Vocke, D. E. (2011). Foundations of Education. Wadsworth Cengage Learning .