Role of teacher in curriculum development

Teachers role in curriculum development

1. Process of Curriculum Development, Structure of Curriculum , Role of Teacher in Curriculum Development Dr.M.Deivam Assistant Professor Department of Education The Gandhigram Rural Institute (Deemed to be University) Gandhigram , Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu

2. STRUCTURE OF CURRICULUM Structure of Curriculum Learner and Society Aims and Objectives Content / Subject Matter Teaching Methodology Evaluation

3. Cont., The five components are interdependent . The structure of the curriculum is compared to the system of human body such as muscular, respiratory, and circulatory, nervous, etc. Any alternation in one system (component) affects the structure and functioning of the others.

4. 1. The Learner and Society The curriculum in concerned with the learner and the society in which he or she lives. The curriculum puts emphasis on both individual and the society needs.

5. 2. Aims and Objectives Aims and objectives are statements that reflect the needs of the learner and society. They serve as basis for selection of subject matter and student experiences.

6. 3.Content or Subject-matter Contents or subject matter are facts, concepts or principles intended for developing knowledge, skills and values among the learners. Contents are organized to achieve the aims and objectives, the learner’s requirements and the demands of the society. Subject-matter is usually presented through textbooks.

7. 4. Teaching Methodology It refers to the techniques and methods chosen by the teacher to present the subject matter. Teaching methodology results in learning outcomes. Students acquire knowledge, skills or attitudes through teaching methodology.

8. 5. Evaluation Evaluation measures learning outcomes of the learner in terms of the proposed objectives. Evaluation provides information on student’s learning. It helps the teacher in taking up the next instructional activities.

9. Role of Teacher in Curriculum Development Teachers play essential role in developing, implementing, assessing and modifying the curriculum. Teachers are essential pillars in the teaching process. with their knowledge ,skills, experience they are central to any curriculum improvement effort.

10. Cont., Teacher's participation in planning: They know their students' needs better than others involved in curriculum process. They can provide insights into the types of materials, activities and specific skills that need to be in included in the curriculum.

11. IMPLEMENER In this stage, the teacher gives life to the written materials His role has shift from planning to doing such as guiding, facilitating, and directing activities.

12. Conclusion