INTRODUCTION OF HISTORICAL FOUNDATION OF CURRICULUM.pptx

CURRICULUM

1. INTRODUCTION OF HISTORICAL FOUNDATION OF CURRICULUM

2. HISTORICAL FOUNDATION OF CURRICULUM These refer to those influences on the curriculum that are derived from developments in the past. They form the basis for decision making and systematic growth of the education system.

3. The historical development shows the different changes in the purposes, principles, and content of the curriculum. The different changes are influenced by educational philosophy, psychology, and different pedagogical theories.

4. HISTORICAL PERIODS AND THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CURRICULUM

5. ANCIENT GREECE AND ROME Philosophical Foundations: Plato and Aristotle's philosophies laid the groundwork for Western education. Plato emphasized the importance of reason, knowledge, and virtue, while Aristotle focused on logic, observation, and empirical inquiry. Curriculum Focus: Education in ancient Greece primarily focused on the liberal arts, including grammar, rhetoric, logic, mathematics, astronomy, and music.

6. Medieval Europe (5th to 15th centuries) Religious Education: Education was largely controlled by the Church and focused on religious instruction, preparing individuals for religious vocations. Trivium and Quadrivium: The curriculum was divided into the Trivium (grammar, rhetoric, and logic) and the Quadrivium (arithmetic, geometry, astronomy, and music).

7. Renaissance (14th to 17th centuries) Humanism: The Renaissance marked a shift toward humanism, emphasizing the value of human reason, creativity, and achievement. Curriculum Expansion: The curriculum expanded to include the humanities, such as history, literature, and philosophy, as well as the sciences.

8. industrial Revolution (18th and 19th centuries) Vocational Education: The Industrial Revolution led to a need for a skilled workforce, resulting in the development of vocational and technical education. Curriculum Specialization: Curriculum began to specialize in different fields, such as engineering, medicine, and law.20th Century

9. 20 th Century Progressive Education: The Progressive Education movement emphasized child-centered learning, experiential education, and social reform. Behaviorism: influenced curriculum design through its focus on observable behaviors and reinforcement.

10. 21 st century Globalization: The increasing interconnectedness of the world has led to a focus on global citizenship, cultural awareness, and intercultural communication in curricula. Technology: The rapid advancement of technology has transformed education, with the integration of digital tools, online learning, and coding into curricula.