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Cit 212: Curriculum Studies Question Paper

Cit 212: Curriculum Studies

Course: Bachelor Of Education

Institution: Masinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2017

Question 1 is compulsory. Answer Question one and any other two questions.

1a) Briefly explain the relationship between Curriculum and Education (4marks)

b) I) Discuss the major features of the formal, non-formal and informal curriculum. (6marks)

ii)Why is it important for schools to give consideration to the three dimensions of the curriculum in curriculum implementation. (4marks)

c)What are the four important elements of the curriculum according to Ralph Tyler. (1949)

d) Explain how the following influence Curriculum Development in Kenya
i) Politics. (4marks)
ii) Economy. (4marks)
iii) Technology. (4marks)

2.a) Define "Curriculum Development". (2marks)

b) Discuss the main stages of Curriculum Development. (14marks)

c) Explain the role of the teacher in implementing the curriculum. (4marks)

3.a) Distinguish between evaluation and assessment. (4marks)

b)What are the main principles of curriculum evaluation. (4marks)

c) Discuss the backwash effects of examinations on the curriculum in Kenya. (6marks)

d)How can curriculum be improved to address the three dimensions of curriculum. (6marks)

4.a)What is meant by:
i) Curriculum change? (4marks)
ii) Curriculum innovation? (4marks)

b) Discuss any four factors that would influence Curriculum change in Kenya. (12marks)

5.Discuss the functions of the following bodies in Kenya in the Curriculum Development process.
a)Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development. (5marks)

b) Directorate of Quality Assurance of Standards. (5marks)

c)Kenya National Examination Council. (5marks)

d) Religious Organizations. (5marks)

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