implementing the curriculum Flashcards
What is the next step after planning and designing in curriculum development?
Curriculum implementation
According to Bilbao et al. (2015), what is curriculum implementation?
The phase where teacher action takes place; putting into practice the written curriculum.
What happens during curriculum implementation?
Learners acquire knowledge, skills, and attitudes to function effectively in society.
How do Reyes & Dizon (2015) define curriculum implementation?
The interaction between the written/planned curriculum and the teachers who deliver it.
What does curriculum implementation imply according to various scholars?
A shift to a new or enhanced curriculum, change in knowledge, actions, attitudes, and behavior using new strategies.
What are the key implications of curriculum implementation?
Effortful change requiring achievable goals.
How is curriculum implementation characterized according to Bilbao et al. (2015)?
Developmental, Participatory, and Supportive.
What does ‘Developmental’ mean in curriculum implementation?
It should develop multiple perspectives, increase integration, make learning autonomous, and create a climate of openness and trust.
What does ‘Participatory’ mean in curriculum implementation?
Involvement of various stakeholders to build ownership, accountability, and a learning community.
What does ‘Supportive’ mean in curriculum implementation?
It requires material and human support.
What should occur before the actual curriculum implementation?
Pilot testing
What should happen during the curriculum implementation?
Continuous monitoring
What is pilot testing in the context of curriculum development?
A small-scale implementation before deciding on statewide use
What is the main purpose of a pilot test?
To receive input and assess feasibility on a small scale
According to Bago (2008), what does pilot testing help with?
It bridges the gap between theory and practice by serving as an initial try-out
Why is empirical evidence important during pilot testing?
It demonstrates curriculum quality and tests practicality in real-world settings
How is pilot testing described in the MSU curriculum source?
An educational simulation to test feasibility before large-scale implementation
What benefits do pilot tests provide to faculty?
They help in determining how to achieve learning objectives and assess preparation needs
What logistical insights can pilot testing offer?
Information about faculty prep time, needed resources, and group process skills
What does Nasib (2018) recommend before full-scale implementation?
Trying out curriculum materials and equipment in sample schools and using feedback for revisions
“Why is it important to try the curriculum
