An Introduction to Curriculum Studies
An Introduction to Curriculum Studies by Philip H. Taylor is a foundational text for students of education and teachers exploring the complexities of curriculum. Published by Taylor & Francis Limited on September 19, 2018, this edition spans 210 pages and is presented in English. The book serves as an entry point for those new to the field, offering insights into the professional concerns surrounding curriculum development and evaluation.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview of curriculum design, evaluation, and the processes involved in implementing curriculum change. The text includes annotated further reading, reflecting significant developments in educational policy and reform, as well as the philosophical and social aspects of teaching. This edition aims to provide a nuanced understanding of the curriculum’s role in education, making it a valuable resource for those engaged in this vital area of study.
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Originally published in 1979 with a second edition in 1985. A basic text for students of education and teachers who are coming to terms for the first time with the nature of the curriculum. It introduces the reader to the professional field that is of concern to all engaged in the practical enterprise of education in a way which provides a ‘feel’ for the preoccupations of the area and a ‘sense’ of its complexities. With annotated further reading included, the book reflects developments in all the major areas in curriculum design and evaluation and in effecting curriculum change, plus research and theory.
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