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Give a discussion of Tyler’s curriculum theory and model.

Give a discussion of Tyler’s curriculum theory and model.

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Martin
1. He put more emphasis on the objectives to guide curriculum development.

- According to him the sources of curriculum objectives are:
a) A study of the learners needs in relation to the needs of the society.
b) A study of contemporary issues and society’s life.
c) Seeking suggestions of subject specialists through consultation.

2. Ralph Tyler’s model provided the basis for other curriculum development models. However it is considered simplistic as it ignored the complex process involved in curriculum development.

- It does not offer the relationship between various curriculum elements.
- It was found to deal shallowly with the issue of curriculum evaluation which is an important aspect of curriculum development
marto answered the question on May 7, 2019 at 06:56

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