Developing an Outstanding Curriculum

The book is about developing an outstanding curriculum that builds social, cultural, and educational capital. It provides practical strategies and examples for teachers, curriculum leaders, senior leaders, and headteachers to lead and implement the curriculum in their schools.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 15 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The role of educators is paramount in shaping a curriculum that fosters exceptional learning and nurtures social, cultural, and educational capital. The curriculum extends beyond a mere collection of content; it becomes a powerful catalyst for educational transformation. This book, a valuable addition to the Make it Outstanding Series, serves as a cornerstone for subject development. It strongly emphasizes the seamless integration of curriculum theory with practical approaches that schools can effortlessly adopt and implement.

Packed with insightful strategies and real-life examples, the chapters offer a well-balanced blend of theory and application. They empower teachers, curriculum leaders, senior leaders, and headteachers to lead and implement the curriculum effectively within their respective schools. The book encompasses an overview of diverse curriculum models, the formulation of curriculum intent from the school's vision, the creation of a composite and component structure, the implementation of the curriculum with a focus on learning episodes, the assessment of the curriculum, the cultivation of social, cultural, and educational capital, and the assurance of curriculum quality.

Developing an Outstanding Curriculum is an indispensable resource for all educators, curriculum leaders, senior leaders, and headteachers who aspire to ensure that they drive the development of an exceptional curriculum. By embracing the principles and practices outlined in this book, educators can empower students to reach their full potential, foster a love for learning, and prepare them for success in an ever-changing world.

Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032287324