Developing the Curriculum

by Peter Oliva, William Gordon II, Rosemarye Taylor

For undergraduate and graduate-level introductory courses in Curriculum Development, grades K-12.

A practical, step-by-step guide of the entire curriculum development process
Developing the Curriculum guides readers through all of the aspects of developing a curriculum–from the underlying principles and concepts to the roles of school personnel, the components of the process, uses of technology, and current issues that are shaping the field. The textbook includes both traditional and contemporary approaches to give readers a comprehensive, balanced look at the theories and evidence-based practices demonstrated to be effective curriculum specialists and instructional leaders.

Now featuring a new lead author and co-author, the 9th Edition keeps readers up to date on the continually evolving field of curriculum development. A revised chapter on emerging digital trends helps future educational administrators understand how to incorporate online learning innovations into the curriculum. Updated content, research, and practices throughout reflect the current environment of rigorous standards implementation and accountability for student learning outcomes. These new features have lead to this text's nomination for the Writing and Research Award from the American Association of College for Teacher Educations (AACTE).

Genres: Education, Teaching, Nonfiction, Grad School

304 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[Hala Edward Bitar · Rating 4 out of 5]

A worth reading book, especially to those who design and develop policies and visions for schools and education. It leads the reader from a model to a full design.
It is advised to those who work in the ME.

[Philip · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like all the books I'm reading for my graduate degree there was some great stuff, but I've talked about it so much that I don't feel like writing about it.

The book does a nice job of defining and explaining what is meant by a curriculum, how the ideas and development have changed over the years, and where education is going.

(For instance, when people talk about "the curriculum" they could mean the lessons themselves, the material for the lessons, the unit, the subject, the order, any mix of those, and a number of lesser esoteric meanings as well. Fun stuff.)

[TJW · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive coverage of the mechanics and influences that come with developing a curriculum.

[Cordellya Smith · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book has some interesting parts about the history of education in the United States and federal laws involving education. There are parts of it, however, that are tedious to read because the authors get bogged down in including definitions from everyone instead of providing their own.

[Ruben · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's not like I read this for laughs. It's serious stuff. The writing style sometimes distracts from the oodles of information with odd attempts at eliciting new metaphors or imagery regarding the development of a school curriculum. Despite that, a lot of research and deep thought went into the writing of this book. Not an easy task, and I commend the author for his efforts.

[Kristen · Rating 1 out of 5]

Horrible and boring on SO many levels. Yet, informative...

[Rebecca]

Someone is in school and must slog through this while more interesting books must wait there turn!

[Deana Kay · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hmmmmm, only 2.71 stars on goodreads? Not a great sign. I don't have a choice, though. I'll be reading it whether I find it interesting and engaging or not.

[Kelly Leonhardt · Rating 3 out of 5]

Definitely a necessary read for a curriculum specialist.

[S J]

I want to read this book, because I have exam.
Have to read this book