Curriculum Leadership: Strategies for Development and Implementation

by Allan A. Glatthorn, Floyd A. Boschee, Bruce M. Whitehead, Bonni F. Boschee

Overview

This text helps current and aspiring administrators, teachers, and curriculum directors successfully restructure, enhance, and implement school K–12 curriculum. Now in its Fifth Edition, this foundational book highlights 21st century educational ideas and advocacy, while also remaining focused on tried and true strategies for meeting state and national standards in today’s diverse classrooms. With the support of this thought-provoking and extensively researched text, readers will develop a working and thorough foundation of curriculum to effectively implement in the classrooms of the future.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506363172
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	08/22/2018
Edition description:	Fifth Edition
Pages:	504
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.40(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Allan A. Glatthorn (1924–2007) was a major contributor to the third and fourth editions; his research used in the preparation of the first and second editions of Writing the Winning Thesis or Dissertation: A Step-by-Step Guide was the foundation for the third edition. He was the Distinguished Research Professor of Education (Emeritus) in the College of Education of East Carolina University, where he advised doctoral students, chaired dissertations, and taught courses in supervision and curriculum. He was formerly Professor of Education at the Graduate School of Education of the University of Pennsylvania. Prior to his university assignments, he was a high school teacher and principal. In his work as a professor, he chaired close to 100 dissertations. He is the author of numerous professional books, several of which have been published by Corwin.

Dr. Floyd Boschee has an extensive background in teaching and educational administration. He served as a teacher, coach, and school administrator in the public schools and as a professor and chairman of departments of education at the collegiate level. Dr. Boschee is professor emeritus in the Division of Educational Administration, School of Education, at the University of South Dakota and a former school board member of the Vermillion School District, Vermillion, South Dakota. During his tenure as a university professor, he consulted with school districts on reorganization; published numerous articles in major educational journals; and conducted workshops on curriculum development and implementation, the teaching and learning process, and school administrator evaluations. He is the author or coauthor of 13 books in the fields of school administration and curriculum and instruction.

Dr. Bruce M. Whitehead is a NAESP Nationally Distinguished Principal and has served for over thirty years as a principal for School District # 4 in Missoula, Montana. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor for the University of Montana. His career includes appointments to numerous national and international committees as well as becoming President of the Montana Association of Elementary School Principals and the Montana State Reading Association. He also served as Chairman of Montana’s first Governor’s Task Force on Technology as well as being an NCATE Advisor. As a co-author of 10 books and numerous articles in the field of education, Dr. Whitehead is a recipient of the University of Montana’s highest honor, The Montana Distinguished Alumni Award. Additional honors include: The International Reading Association’s Presidential Service Award, NASA Explorer Schools Leadership Award, National Milken Foundation’s Outstanding Educator Award, John F. Kennedy Center’s Award for Arts in Education, Outstanding Contributions to Saudi Arabian Education, and Japan’s International Soroban Institute Award.

Dr. Bonni F. Boschee is principal of the Volga Christian School, Volga, South Dakota. Prior to the principal position, she was a professor of language arts and also served as chair of the Graduate Program at Northern State University, Aberdeen, South Dakota. Dr. Boschee was also an elementary school teacher for 15 years in the Rapid City School District, Rapid City, South Dakota, where she was active in curriculum development and implementation and a K-12 administrator. Her research findings on homeschooling were presented at the state and national levels and published in a national journal. She currently is piloting a literacy program to enhance reading scores at Volga Christian School.

Table of Contents

Preface
PART I. FOUNDATIONS OF CURRICULUM
Chapter 1. The Nature of Curriculum
The Concept of Curriculum
The Types of Curricula
Components of the Curriculum
The Mastery, the Organic, and the Enrichment Curricula
The Hidden Curriculum
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Bridging the Gap Between Theory and Practice
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 2. Curriculum History: The Perspective of the Past
Academic Scientism (1890–1916)
Progressive Functionalism (1917–1940)
Developmental Conformism (1941–1956)
Scholarly Structuralism (1957–1967)
Romantic Radicalism (1968–1974)
Privatistic Conservatism (1975–1989)
Technological Constructionism (1990–1999)
Modern Conservatism (2000–2009)
Technological Functionalism (2010–Present)
A Century Plus of Curriculum Trends in Retrospect
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Curriculum Approaches Can Challenge Administrators
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 3. Curriculum Theory
The Nature and Function of Curriculum Theory
Leadership in Curriculum Theory
Classifying Curriculum Theories
Organizational Leadership Models
Research Theory Into Practical Application
The Theoretical School of the Future
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Integrating Curriculum Theory
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 4. The Politics of Curriculum
Myths About U.S. Schools
Political, Cultural, and Socioeconomic Realities
An Overview of the Curriculum Influence Process
The Role of the Federal Government
Technological Functionalism (2010–Present)
Common Core State Standards
Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
State Role in Curriculum
The Role of Professional Organizations
Guiding Preservice Teachers
Increasing Role of the Courts and Congress
Local Education
The Classroom Teacher
Technology and Elements of Change
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Building a Political Firewall
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
PART II. CURRICULUM PROCESSES
Chapter 5. Curriculum Planning
Goal-Based Model of Curriculum Planning
Locus of Planning Decisions
Organizational Structures
Identification and Allocation of Leadership
Importance of Integrity
Alignment of Educational Goals
Formulating a Curriculum Database
Planning a Calendar
Conducting a Needs Assessment
Organization and Evaluation of Resources
Teacher-Powered Professional Learning
Creating Teacher-Led Professional-Learning Strategies
Global Connections: Research and Practice
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Involving Community and Teacher-Leaders
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 6. Improving the Program of Studies
Reconceptualizing Programs of Study
Improving the Program of Studies
Global Connections
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Data Before Concepts
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 7. Improving a Field of Study
Reconceptualizing Fields of Study
Role of Collaborative Leadership
Improving the Field of Study
Mapping the Desired Curriculum
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Providing Diverse Teaching Strategies
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 8. Processes for Developing New Courses and Units
The Technological Process of Curriculum Planning
The Naturalistic Process of Curriculum Planning
The Inverse Design Process of Curriculum Planning
Preparing Schools for New Beginnings With Technology
Global Connections: Dual Systems in Korea
Summary
Applications
Case Study: When Trivial Becomes Tragic
The Challenge
Key Issues and Questions
Webliography
References
PART III. CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT
Chapter 9. Supervising the Curriculum: Teachers and Materials
Supervising the Taught Curriculum: Current Approaches
Elements of Supervision
Differentiated Professional Development
Maslow’s Theory of Human Needs
Supervising the Supported Curriculum
Supporting Culturally Revelant Teaching
Supporting Teaching and Learning With Technology
Global Connections: French Partnership
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Teacher-Leaders as Instructional Coaches
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 10. Curriculum Development and Implementation
Developing a Program Philosophy and Rationale Statement
Developing a Scope and Sequence, Program Goals, Objectives, Learning Outcomes, and Authentic Tasks
Global Connections: Narrowing the Achievement Gap
Leadership Truths for Curriculum Leaders
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Building Consensus by Committee
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Notes
Chapter 11. Aligning the Curriculum
A Rationale for Curriculum Alignment
Philosophy Statement
Role of the Principal
Curriculum Design
Organizing the Alignment Project
Organizational Strategies
Utilizing Research for Curriculum Alignment
Monitoring and Evaluating Curriculum Alignment
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Making Adjustments Via Alignment
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 12. Curriculum and Teacher Evaluation
The Goals of Curriculum and Teacher Evaluation
Evaluation Models
Developing an Eclectic Approach
Evaluating a Field of Study
Measuring Effectiveness Versus Developing Teachers
Evaluation Program Guidelines
Evaluation Strategies for Success
Technology and Evaluation: The Final Piece of the Puzzle
Global Connections: Evaluation and Accountability
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Teaching to the Test
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
PART IV. CURRENT TRENDS IN THE CURRICULUM
Chapter 13. Current Developments in the Subject Fields
Developments in English Language Arts, Reading, and Writing
English Language Arts
Realities in Reading
Expanding a Culture of Writing
Dual Immersion Programs in English Language Arts
History–Social Studies
Mathematics
Science
Foreign Language
Education in the Arts
Physical Education and Health
Multicultural Education
Technology and Exponential Change
Summary
Applications
Case Study: What Is Taught Versus What Should Be Taught
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 14. Current Developments Across the Curriculum
Thinking Skills
Improving Listening Skills
Improving Speaking Skills
English Language Learner Education
Leadership for Socially Diverse Groups
Accommodating Diversity
Innovation and 21st-Century Learning
Professional Learning and Technology
Global Connections: Canada’s Shifting Minds Model
Summary
Applications
Case Study: Developing and Sharing Strategies
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Chapter 15. Individualizing the Curriculum
Differentiated Instruction
Types of Individualized Instruction
Enhancing Teaching and Learning
Pre K and Early Childhood
Social and Economic Considerations
Pre K and Early Childhood
Social and Economic Considerations
Digital Citizens
Global Connections: Third Culture Kids
Applications
Case Study: Response to Intervention Issues
The Challenge
Key Issues or Questions
Webliography
References
Glossary
Index
About the Authors