EDU402 ||| Curriculum Development

EDU402 – Curriculum Development focuses on the principles, processes, and models used in designing and evaluating educational curricula. This course helps students understand how curricula are planned, implemented, and improved to meet educational goals.

Course Introduction

Curriculum Development provides a comprehensive understanding of curriculum planning, design, implementation, and evaluation. Students explore traditional and modern curriculum models and learn how curriculum responds to social, cultural, and technological changes.

Course Learning Objectives

Understand the concept and importance of curriculum
Learn principles and foundations of curriculum development
Analyze different curriculum models
Study curriculum planning and implementation processes
Evaluate curriculum effectiveness and outcomes

Major Topics / Syllabus

Concept and Nature of Curriculum
Foundations of Curriculum (Philosophical, Sociological, Psychological)
Curriculum Planning Process
Curriculum Design Models
Objectives and Learning Outcomes
Selection and Organization of Content
Curriculum Implementation
Curriculum Evaluation
Role of Teachers in Curriculum Development
Modern Trends in Curriculum Development

Curriculum Development Focus

Needs assessment in curriculum planning
Alignment of objectives and content
Integration of skills and competencies
Continuous curriculum improvement
Adapting curriculum to societal needs

Practice Areas

MCQs on curriculum concepts
Short questions on curriculum foundations
Long questions on curriculum models
Case studies on curriculum design
Critical analysis of curriculum issues

Exam Preparation Tips

Understand key curriculum terminology
Compare different curriculum models
Use examples to explain curriculum processes
Focus on evaluation methods
Practice past MCQs and questions