Curriculum ideas

I do not really want to have a conversation about curriculum with someone unless I already know where their minds are in relation to the two previous posts. I believe discussing curriculum before having the discussion about educational beliefs and ideals is putting the cart before the horse and results in ineffective curriculum that is more interesting than it is useful or beneficial.

That said, I needed to create a placed holder for ideas that might be discussed so here it is.

What are some curriculum ideas that might be deserving of exploration?

Discussion Topic: My Students Five Years From Now

Explain how you want your class to impact your students five and ten years from now.

To help foster this thinking and discussion, consider the following:

• What will the majority of your students be doing five and ten years from now?
• What will your students draw from your classes that will benefit them five and ten years from now?

Discussion Topic: Educational Philosophy

Explain your educational philosophy and discuss that of your peers.

To help foster this thinking and discussion, consider the following:

• What is the purpose of public education?
• What is the purpose of required courses compared to that of elective courses?
• What is the role of the teacher in public education?