Many voices impact curriculum decisions from the federal government to state governments, educational organizations, businesses, communities, and parents/families. Consider the role of the teacher in developing curriculum.
Respond to the following 2 questions in a video (< 5 minutes) or in writing 150 - 200 words, supporting your response with your textbook readings and/or work experience. Your response can be in poetry, narrative, expository, or descriptive format:
How has the implementation of standards-based assessment impacted the teacher’s role in curriculum development in your work? Use evidence to support your position.
Some analysts have reached this conclusion: “All curriculum making is essentially a political process.” Would you agree or disagree? Why?
Review the College’s Conceptual Framework.
How does this topic link to the College’s Conceptual Framework and the framework’s philosophical relationship to effective teacher preparation?
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