Cultures of Curriculum

by Pamela Bolotin Joseph

Book Overview

Using "cultures of curriculum" as a lens, this clear, compelling text reveals and critically examines the belief systems and classroom practices of curricular orientations in contemporary American society. It is designed to foster awareness, examination, and deliberation about the curricula planned for and carried out in classrooms and schools; to inspire conversations about theory and practice as well as political, social, and moral issues; and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415991870
• ISBN13: 9780415991872
• Release Date: November 2010
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 4.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Insightful

This book outlines the importance of vision in setting objectives for curriculum and discusses the various curriculum cultures that guide students to different goals and purposes.