Understanding the School Curriculum: Theory, Politics and Principles

by Alex Moore

At a time of rapid social change and numerous policy initiatives, there is a need to question the nature and function of school curricula and the purposes of formal public education. Comparing curriculum developments around the globe, Understanding the School Curriculum draws on a range of educational, philosophical and sociological theories to examine the question 'What is a curriculum for?' In considering different answers to this fundamental...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415630576
• ISBN13: 9780415630573
• Release Date: August 2014
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.9" x 9.8"