In this essay, the author follows up on a previous personal interview that was
concluded to answer questions posed around the perceptions and ideologies associated
with the topic curriculum.
The author uses their experience to answer questions related to this topic. Having a good conceptual understanding of the word curriculum, and how to implement several strategies to support a diverse curriculum, which caters for everyone in a school environment, especially those identified as Gifted and Talented and English as Additional Language Registry (EAL).
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Curriculum Studies
- Have you identified the level, the sector, the grade, the school board and so on involved in your personal and professional definition? If not, try to make it as specific as possible?
- If your definition comes from a personal narrative, then share the details of dates, names, years and such. Perhaps a moment in your teacher timeline contributes to your understanding of the curriculum?
- How did the interview participant's definition from last week inform your understanding of the term? You might want to go back to that person and probe a bit further in terms of his/her understanding versus your own.
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This essay explores the author's personal understanding of curriculum through a previous interview and the lens of their own experiences. It aims to provide a comprehensive definition of curriculum, encompassing various educational perspectives and highlighting the importance of catering to diverse learning needs, particularly for gifted and talented students and English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners.
- Defining curriculum from a personal and professional perspective.
- Examining the importance of catering to diverse learning needs.
- Exploring the role of curriculum in fostering responsible citizenship.
- Analyzing the impact of different teaching approaches and philosophies on curriculum development.
- Highlighting the significance of student engagement and critical thinking skills in curriculum implementation.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction sets the stage for the essay by discussing the ambiguity surrounding the term "curriculum" and exploring diverse interpretations of its meaning. The author introduces their personal definition of curriculum, emphasizing its role in promoting student growth and responsible citizenship.
- Curriculum Studies: This section delves into the author's personal experiences with curriculum development, highlighting the importance of addressing the unique needs of students, particularly those identified as Gifted and Talented (G&T) and English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners. The author discusses the need for rigorous educational programs that foster student potential and the role of collaborative projects and diverse instructional approaches in curriculum design.
- Have you identified the level, the sector, the grade, the school board and so on involved in your personal and professional definition? If not, try to make it as specific as possible?: This section explores the author's specific experiences in teaching across various school levels and contexts. It highlights the role of school boards in curriculum development and the author's personal definition of curriculum as an opportunity for students to reach their full potential.
- If your definition comes from a personal narrative, then share the details of dates, names, years and such. Perhaps a moment in your teacher timeline contributes to your understanding of the curriculum?: This section delves into the author's personal narrative, recounting a significant moment in their teacher timeline that influenced their understanding of curriculum. The author shares insights from their conversations with a previous lecturer who emphasized the importance of creating stimulating and well-thought curriculums.
- How did the interview participant's definition from last week inform your understanding of the term? You might want to go back to that person and probe a bit further in terms of his/her understanding versus your own.: This section summarizes the author's conversation with a physical educator, highlighting the alignment of their views on curriculum. Both emphasize the importance of fostering critical thinking, promoting international mindedness, and ensuring inclusivity in curriculum design.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The core keywords and themes of this essay encompass curriculum studies, personal perspectives on education, diverse learning needs, gifted and talented students, English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners, curriculum development, and promoting responsible citizenship. These concepts are explored through the lens of the author's personal experiences and insights.
- Quote paper
- Mario Maxwell Müller (Author), 2018, The personal and professional definition associated with "curriculum", Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1244668
