Curriculum Theory and Development Flashcards

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'curriculum' and 'instruction'?

Answer: Curriculum is what is taught (content and goals); instruction is how it is taught (methods and strategies)

Curriculum refers to the planned content, goals, and experiences; instruction refers to the pedagogical methods and strategies used to deliver that content.

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) in the US represent which type of curriculum framework?

Answer: A national set of academic standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics adopted by most states

The Common Core State Standards are voluntary national standards for K-12 ELA and math, developed collaboratively by states and adopted by most US states to define what students should know by grade level.

Multicultural curriculum integration at the 'transformation level,' as described by James Banks, involves:

Answer: Changing the structure of curriculum to enable students to view concepts from the perspectives of diverse groups

Banks' transformation approach changes the fundamental goals and structure of curriculum so students analyze concepts, events, and issues from multiple cultural perspectives, not just a dominant-culture lens.

Which of the following is an example of a 'subject-centered' curriculum design?

Answer: Separate periods for math, English, science, and history with distinct content and objectives

Subject-centered design—the most common in US secondary schools—organizes curriculum around distinct academic disciplines, each with its own content, textbooks, and specialists.

Formative assessment in the curriculum development process is used to:

Answer: Provide ongoing feedback during instruction to guide learning and teaching decisions

Formative assessment occurs during instruction and provides continuous data to help both teachers adjust instruction and students improve their learning before a final evaluation.

The term 'differentiated instruction' in curriculum delivery refers to:

Answer: Modifying content, process, product, and environment to meet diverse learners' needs

Differentiated instruction, developed by Carol Ann Tomlinson, involves adjusting curriculum content, learning processes, and assessment products to address varied student readiness, interests, and learning profiles.