Unlock the transformative power of education with the 'Powers of Curriculum' eBook. This essential resource dives deep into the intricate relationship between curriculum and the diverse experiences of learners across Australia. Perfect for educators, the eBook expands your understanding of curriculum, allowing you to encompass the lived experiences of students in various educational environments. The text is organized into three comprehensive parts: Understanding Curriculum, Unpacking Curriculum Contexts, and Enacting Curriculum Experiences. Each section provides critical insights into how historical, cultural, and political elements shape and define curriculum practices. As educators play a pivotal role in implementing curriculum, this eBook equips you with post-structuralist ideas and perspectives to enrich your teaching. From early childhood to secondary education, 'Powers of Curriculum' inspires educators to design inclusive and meaningful learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and engagement. This book is a must-have for anyone looking to make a significant impact in the educational landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your approach to curriculum design. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9780190310943. Year: 2017. Publisher: Oxford University Press ANZ. NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As it's shipped from our Auckland warehouse, there are no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

NOTE: Shipping for this item is FREE, please allow 15 days for shipping. As its shipped from our Auckland warehouse there is no unexpected import charges, custom duties or taxes.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780190310943
Year: 2017
Publisher: Oxford University Press ANZ


Description:
Powers of Curriculum explores education in Australia today through the notion and practices of curriculum. It broadens our conception of curriculum to include the lived experiences of learners in educational settings. It explores historical and current forces within and beyond education that constitute curriculum, and how curriculum powerfully shapes learners and their experiences of learning. As educators are central to the enactment and experiences of curriculum, the authors aim to equip readers with critical and post-structuralist ideas, concepts and perspectives that can make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in the early childhood, primary and secondary phases of education.This resource explores a diverse range of topics related to curriculum, education, culture and society. The text is organised into three parts: Understanding Curriculum; Unpacking Curriculum Contexts; and Enacting Curriculum Experiences. The first part introduces you to the notion of curriculum and its relationship to education. The second part examines a range of social, cultural and political issues that influence the enactment and experiences of curriculum across diverse settings. The final part explores the practical dimension to your learning about curriculum. The authors encourage you to use the book’s concepts and ideas to open education to new thoughts and practices.The authors encourage readers to use the book’s concepts and ideas to create learning experiences that are rich, engaging, intellectually stimulating, respectful and meaningful from the point of view of learners.Key FeaturesExplores complex sociologica