Course Planning: Contemporary Perspectives - 7th Edition

Author: (USA) Parker et al
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Publishing Date: 2004-12-01
Features: "Curriculum Planning—Contemporary Perspectives" (Seventh Edition) is a magnificent colorful that provides multidimensional insights into the four key elements influencing curriculum planning. It elucidates the knowledge and skills necessary for curriculum planning, showcases typical cases of educational planning at various levels, and examines the current reforms and trends in American curriculum from multiple perspectives. It highlights the flexible application of curriculum planning skills in educational practice. The book features both insightful explanations of curriculum theory by curriculum scholars and firsthand experiences of teachers working on the front lines of education in curriculum planning. Throughout the book, it emphasizes the interconnectedness and communication between past, present, and future methods of curriculum planning. The main concepts and principles covered are applicable to all levels of education, with a particular focus on the convergence between early childhood education, secondary education, and higher education. To facilitate teaching and effectively promote student learning, the book is meticulously organized. This is evident in the following aspects: each chapter begins with a focus question and content summary, and ends with learning activities including critical thinking, applied activities, field experiences, and online activities. Each section concludes with questions for further reflection. The book cites 645 references, 75% of which are from 1995 onwards. The introductions to each chapter have been comprehensively revised, with clear and concise writing, numerous subheadings added to enhance readability. The book is divided into two parts, with a total of ten chapters: the first part contains six chapters, and the second part contains four chapters.