Curriculum Development: A Guide to Practice

by Jon W. Wiles

This comprehensive book offers thorough coverage of K-12 curriculum philosophy, curriculum planning, instruction, and curriculum design. Unlike other books in this area, Curriculum Development offers separate chapters on developing curriculum in the elementary, middle, and secondary schools. A three-part organization covers the changing nature of curriculum, the essential elements of curriculum, and instructional concerns. For teachers and administrators in elementary, middle, and secondary schools.

Genres: Education, Nonfiction

365 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1984

About the author

Jon W. Wiles is an educator who provides curriculum leadership to schools and educational agencies. He is specialized in the creating and implementing curriculum plans.

Wiles has published a number of books on curriculum and educational leadership, teacher training, administration, school supervision, theory of change, politics of education, middle grades education, and technology.

Reviews

[Philip · Rating 3 out of 5]

No doubt you are reading this book because you must. Not because you want to.

And this review will not likely sway you one way or the other.

So, in lieu of writing a lengthy review telling you what's in this book, let me offer some words of encouragement.

I don't know where you are in your educational journey. I don't know if your state cut funding for teachers going on to attain their master's degree, or if you are in a state that recognizes: generally speaking, the more educated one is in their field, the better they are in that position. I don't know if the vitriol aimed at teachers has subsided or not. If it has, great. If not, keep on keeping on. The world needs dedicated teachers. Ones who see the value in continuing their own education, as they encourage their students to do the same.

Continue to put your best foot forward. The master's process can be grueling, but you already know that. Remember, you'll get out of it what you put into it. Read what they tell you to read. More than likely you're having to shell out a little cash for this. Make the most of it. You can do it.

Good luck.

[Madison · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars (Required-School-Reading Scale⭐️📚👩‍🏫)

The topic of this book was definitely one that interested me, but the book itself was very drawn out and long. Not quite an enjoyable read, just interesting content to me!

[Matt · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is vehemently against federally mandated, or any top down curriculum. Its also very practical. Target audience is school level curriculum designers.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

this was an excellent read and I learned a lot. I would recommend it to anyone who is a teacher.