Developing a Quality Curriculum
Author | : Allan A. Glatthorn |
Publisher | : Waveland Press |
Total Pages | : 143 |
Release | : 2004-02-17 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781478631101 |
ISBN-13 | : 1478631104 |
Rating | : 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: n this concise, well-organized guide to developing high-quality school curricula, Glatthorn blends sound research, initiatives, and trends with his practical experience as a curriculum consultant to more than one hundred school systems. Glatthorn believes that shared leadership and responsibility are essential to achieve quality. Curriculum development should involve a collaborative process that includes input from the state, district leaders, school administrators, classroom teachers, and parents. From “Organizing and Planning for Curriculum Work” to “Conducting a Curriculum Audit to Ensure Quality,” Developing a Quality Curriculum is a valuable resource for understanding and practicing sound curriculum development.