TABLE 3: SUMMARY OF INFORMATION ON EACH COURSE/MODULE(STUDENT VERSION)1.Name of Course/ModuleCurriculum StudiesPengajian Kurikulum

2.Course CodeTSL3143

3.Name(s) of academic staff

4.Rationale for the inclusion of the course/module in the programmeThis course is necessary for student teachers of English as a Second Language as it provides an understanding of the fundamentals of curriculum relevant to the Malaysian context. It focuses on the roles of the teacher as a curriculum analyst, decision maker and classroom practitioner.

5.Semester and Year offeredSemester 2, Year 4

6.Total Student Learning Time (SLT)Face to FaceNon Face To FaceTotal Guided and Independent Learning

L = Lecture

T = Tutorial

P = Practical

A = AssessmentLTPA72.5120

301502.5

7.Credit Value 3

8.Prerequisite (if any) None

9.Learning ObjectivesStudent is able to:

1. identify different models of curriculum and principles of curriculum design

2. discuss the role of the teacher in curriculum and examine the factors to consider in designing a curriculum and discuss issues in curriculum implementation3. identify and discuss curriculum change and evaluation

10.Course Learning Outcomes

(CLO)1. Demonstrate an understanding of concepts in curriculum and identify models and principles of curriculum design.

2. Examine factors to consider in designing a curriculum and discuss issues in curriculum implementation.3. Discuss the role of the teacher in curriculum.4. Identify and discuss curriculum evaluation and curriculum change.

11.Teaching-learning and assessment strategyTeaching-learning strategy:

1. Lecture input 2. Tutorial activities group work, discussions, presentations, online tasksAssessment strategy:

1. Continuous assessment is carried out to ensure the students have attained and achieved the expected level of the prescribed course learning outcomes. The set coursework will contribute 50% to the final grade for the course.2. Summative assessment consists of a written examination consisting of short-response and essay questions to assess student performance. The examination questions will be set by the course lecturer and the examination will be held at a scheduled time. The examination will also contribute 50% to the final grade for the course.

12.Synopsis

This course focuses on the concepts, issues and models in curriculum development, models and considerations in curriculum design, curriculum and the teacher, current issues in curriculum implementation, evaluation and change.Kursus ini berfokus pada konsep, isu dan model dalam pembangunan kurikulum, model dan faktor yang perlu dipertimbangkan untuk mereka bentuk kurikulum, kurikulum dan guru, isu-isu terkini pelaksanaan kurikulum, penilaian serta perubahan kurikulum.

13.Mode of DeliveryLecture and tutorial

14.Assessment Methods and TypesCoursework: 50%

Project

Essay

Examination: 50%

15.

Content outline of the course/module and the SLT per topicFace-to-face InteractionNon Face-to-face Interaction

LecturePracticalTutorialLecturePracticalTutorialLectureTotal

1. Concepts and Issues in Curriculum

Concepts and Issues in Curriculum Definitions Planned, enacted and hidden curriculum Relationships between curriculum, syllabus, course and programmeForces that influence curriculum

construction

Political, economic and social

concerns of different stakeholders in the Malaysian context 42410

2. Models, Principles an Development

of Curriculum Design

Models of curriculum design Comparisons of curriculum design models Objectives model e.g. Tylers Process model e.g. Wheelers Steps in curriculum design in relation to models of curriculum design Principles in curriculum design Development of the Malaysian curriculum

National Philosophy of Education Study of the current Malaysian English Language school curriculum Comparison of other Malaysia English Language school curriculum84820

Face-to-face InteractionNon Face-to-face InteractionTotal

LecturePracticalTutorialAssessmentSelf-study (before and after lecture)Others (Coursework, revision, etc.)

3. Considerations in Designing a Curriculum

Needs analysis Target group Aims and objectives Content Learning theories, approaches and methods Personnel Material selection Monitoring and support Assessment and evaluation Constraints42410

4. Curriculum and the Teacher

Role of teacher as decision-maker, analyst, practitioner and researcher

Relationship between teacher beliefs and curriculum implementation42410

5. Current Issues in Curriculum Implementation Literacy

Access

Equity

Multilingualism

Technological innovations

Unity

Special needs42410

6. Curriculum Evaluation Definition of curriculum evaluation

Purposes

Focus of evaluation

Forms of evaluation

Evaluation methods and tools42410

7. Curriculum Change Definition of curriculum change and innovation

Contexts of curriculum change

Strategies of evaluation

Planning and implementation2125

Coursework2525

Revision for Examination17.517.5

Examination2.52.5

Total30152.53042.5120

16.Main references supporting the course

Marsh, C.J., & Willis, G. (2007). Curriculum: Alternative approaches, ongoing issues

(4th ed.). New Jersey: Merrill Prentice Hall. Ornstein, A.C. & Hunkins, F.P. (2014). Curriculum: Foundation, principles, and issues (6th ed.). Essex: Pearson Edu. Ltd.

Additional references supporting the courseBrady, L., & Kennedy, K. (2007). Curriculum construction (3rd ed.). Sydney

Prentice-Hall.Glatthorn, A.A., & Jailall, J. M. S. (2009). The principal as curriculum leader: Shaping what is taught and tested (3rd ed.). Thousand Oaks, California: Corwin Press.Kelly, A.V. (2010). The curriculum: Theory and practice. London: Sage.

Kementerian Pelajaran Malaysia. (2012). Dokumen Standard Prestasi KSSR

Bahasa Inggeris Tahun 1. Kuala Lumpur: Bahagian Perkembangan Kurikulum,

KPM. Markee, N. (2000). Managing curricular innovation. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press. Marsh, CJ. (2010). Key concepts for understanding curriculum. Abington: Routledge.

Ministry of Education, Malaysia. (2013). Malaysia Education Blueprint 2013-2025 (Preschool to Post-Secondary Education). Kuala Lumpur: KPM. Willes, J. & Bondi, J. C. (2010). Curriculum development. A guide to practice (8th ed.). New Jersey: Pearson.

17.Other additional informationNone

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