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Curriculum in a Changing World

50 think pieces on education, policy, practice, innovation and inclusion

Author: British Educational Research Association, Gerry Czerniawski, Sharon Jones, Arlene Holmes-Henderson, Richard Pountney, Victoria-Marie Pugh and Weipeng Yang  

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A collection of 50 think pieces showcasing perspectives on curriculum theory and practice, presented by the British Educational Research Association, in conjunction with the British Curriculum Forum.

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A collection of 50 think pieces showcasing perspectives on curriculum theory and practice, presented by the British Educational Research Association, in conjunction with the British Curriculum Forum.

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A collection of 50 think pieces showcasing perspectives on curriculum theory and practice, presented by the British Educational Research Association (BERA), in conjunction with the British Curriculum Forum (BCF).

Written by eminent curriculum makers and innovators working across the UK and beyond, the contributions share insights into the study and practical implementation of curriculum in schools, colleges, universities, and other formal and informal educational settings. Contributors include Rachel Lofthouse, Tim Oates, Mark Priestley, Beng Huat See, Sonia Thompson and Michael Young.

Curriculum in a Changing World explores historical and contemporary approaches to curriculum design, highlighting the evolution from knowledge-focused curricula to competency-based frameworks. Providing valuable insights for all educators, policymakers and researchers, the think pieces delve into government policy; issues of equality, diversity and inclusion; school-based innovations; and teacher education. Future directions for curriculum are considered in the context of seismic shifts in society, from global ecological concerns to a digital revolution. The book celebrates the rich landscape of curriculum innovation and research in the four UK nations and beyond, and builds on an illustrious heritage, including the seminal tradition of research and development founded by Lawrence Stenhouse.

Published to mark BERA’s 50th anniversary, this unique volume is edited by the steering group of the BCF, a vibrant and active network united by a deeply held interest in the study of theoretical, innovative and practical elements of curriculum.

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Critic Reviews

‘This book offers a comprehensive exploration of educational policies and curriculum development in the UK over the past 50 years. By including contributions from experts across primary, secondary and higher education, as well as from different regions of the UK, the book provides a rich and diverse perspective on how education has evolved. The inclusion of insights from policymakers, academics and curriculum advisors further adds depth to the analysis.

If you are interested in education policy or curriculum design, this book could be a valuable resource. It offers both a historical overview and a thoughtful critique of various changes in educational approaches. The chapters are likely to spark further conversations about how education curriculums need to meet the demands of our ever-changing world. This edited collection might even inspire new themes and areas of focus for research, as well as advance new methods and theoretical perspectives for designing evidence-based and effective curriculum.’

-- Nadia Siddiqui, Professor in the School of Education, Durham University

‘Either as an aide-memoire, seminar starters or first steps in school curriculum projects, Curriculum in a Changing World is to be commended for its scope, quality and alignment with modern reading habits. The section on school-based curriculum innovation stands out – expounding Stenhouse in action and showing the understanding teachers need to develop the curriculum, using knowledge of climate change, threshold concepts and educational theory. The collaborative process described by Howard would accommodate NQTs as “practical theorisers” and provide the space and time for sensemaking or coaching which leads to professional satisfaction. This book outlines thoughtful starters on all these issues.’

-- Beth Dickson, Member of the Board of Initial Teacher Education for the Education Workforce Council in Wales

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BERA is a membership association and learned society committed to advancing research quality, building research capacity and fostering research engagement. BERA aims to inform the development of policy and practice by promoting the best quality evidence produced by educational research. As a community within BERA, the BCF aims to bring together all those with an interest in collaborative curriculum, research and development.

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Product Details

Publisher
Troubador Publishing
Published
28th August 2024
Pages
304
ISBN
9781805144823

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