Overall+Framework+for+the+Project


 * Overall Framework for your Curriculum Analysis **

This is a suggested framework for your curriculum analysis project. If you feel some other dimensions are more appropriate, then please send me your alternative framework/outline for approval. I know many of you are wondering what this will look like ultimately (how long, etc.). I would suggest that this should ultimately be a 7-15 page report. I’m not grading on length, but given what I’ve asked you to address I imagine this would be a reasonable range. Here is a suggested outline for the final product:

I. Overview of the curriculum Assume that I do not have access to the curriculum and may not be familiar with it, so a description is in order that will provide the necessary context for your critique. II. Analysis of Purpose III. Analysis of Experiences IV. Analysis of Organization V. Analysis of Evaluation VI. Conclusions and Recommendations (This should be based upon using this curriculum in a specific context. To what degree is it appropriate? What would need to be changed in the curriculum and/or in the school in order for it to be implemented effectively? What resources would be necessary? Would the structure, schedule, etc. of the school need to change? What kinds of support would teachers and other stakeholders need?)

You may submit your project (in draft form) to me prior to the due date, and I will do my best to give you feedback regarding your progress. Keep in mind that if everyone sends me a draft within a day or two of the due date I will not be able to provide comprehensive feedback. That said, the sooner a draft is submitted the more potential you will have for meaningful feedback. This option is available to support your learning – not to simply provide a safety net for someone to secure an A.