unit 6:curriculum implementation - Commonwealth of Learning

and building studies would allow the child some freedom to
discover, participate and solve problems. Subjects like
science and mathematics could be added to this list,
provided that they are taught using discovery methods that
enable children to learn through exploration and
experimentation.
Unit Test
1. Compare your diagram to the one provided in the unit. Note
that there are four elements that are all interconnected.
There is a two-way connection between methods and
evaluation and between content and evaluation. Also note
that there are five components that make up the context.
2. Your answer could have identified some of the following
benefits of curriculum evaluation:
Planners - improved institution
- identification of relevant resources for
content and curriculum
- determination of the appropriateness of the
curriculum
- identification of needs
- improvement of learners and teachers
- provision of feedback to society regarding the
level to which goals and aims were achieved
Employers - preparation of workers with relevant skills
for the work force
- trainable workers who know how to learn
- knowledgeable workers
Learners - improved performance, knowledge and skills
- relevant content
- access to appropriate learning experiences
- increased opportunities
Teachers - improved performance, knowledge and skills
- better understanding of learner
- increased confidence
- improved material resources
- improved working conditions
- improved teaching content
You may have identified additional benefits.
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