Curriculum Design and ImplementationLaajuus (5 cr)

Course unit code: 3E00EI94

General information

Credits: 5 cr

Teaching language: English

Responsible person: Syed Mubaraz

Objectives

In this course the students will examine the theory and practice of designing and implementing sustainable curricula in a variety of diverse and international educational settings.

After completing the course, the student will
• critically examine curriculum theory and its political implications, emphasizing international perspectives and ethical considerations.
• utilise effective curriculum processes and tools to design context-specific curriculum implementations, integrating sustainability principles.
• engage in reflective discussions about new trends in curriculum design, considering their impact on diverse learners and global educational contexts.
• create curricula that intentionally embed essential core skills, fostering inclusivity and preparing learners for an interconnected world.

Content

• Types of curricula (recommended, written, supported, tested, hidden).
• Learning communities and curriculum.
• Curriculum theories (structure oriented, values oriented, process oriented).
• The curriculum as change, the emergent curriculum, the liquid curriculum.
• Strategy, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum change.

Prerequisites

None

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Students can identify curriculum types, describe their characteristics, and explain the importance of Constructive Alignment. They recognize applied curriculum approaches in their context and outline curriculum implementation processes.

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Students demonstrate a deeper understanding of curriculum design by explaining various curriculum types, justifying their choices with theoretical foundations, and critically evaluating their impact. They apply leadership skills to drive curriculum initiatives and adapt strategies to evolving educational contexts. Additionally, they embrace innovative methods, and consider sustainable and global perspectives.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

At the highest level, students demonstrate visionary leadership in curriculum design. They analyze diverse curriculum theories, pioneer innovative approaches, and integrate sustainability and global perspectives. These students inspire educational change, adapt to dynamic contexts, and champion inclusive, forward-thinking curricula.