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Which of the following is a key characteristic of the humanistic conception of curriculum?. Prioritizing student well-being and personal growth. Emphasis on technical knowledge. Repetition and memorization. Focus on standardized curricula.

A curriculum principle that involves revisiting major concepts over time at increasing levels of complexity is called: Articulation. Evaluation. Continuity. Sequence.

Who is often considered the father of modern curriculum theory?. Franklin Bobbitt. Paulo Freire. John Dewey. Jean Piaget.

What does it mean to study curriculum as a discipline?. Learning about school management. Examining curriculum theories, models, and processes systematically. Only designing textbooks. Focusing solely on teaching methods.

John Dewey contributed to curriculum theory by emphasizing: Learning through experience and interaction. Testing and grading. Passive reception of knowledge. Rote memorization and drills.

Which of the following is a primary focus when viewing curriculum as a discipline?. Grading standards. The philosophical, historical, and social foundations of curriculum. Political debates about education. Students' extracurricular activities.

Which historical period strongly influenced the development of formal curriculum in schools?. The Industrial Revolution. The Stone Age. The Middle Ages. The Renaissance.

Curriculum as a discipline emerged strongly during which century?. 18th century. 15th century. 21st century. 20th century.

What was a key focus of curriculum design in the early 20th century?. Creativity and play. Moral education only. Efficiency and social utility. Multilingual development.

Which scholar is closely associated with establishing curriculum as a field of study?. Albert Einstein. Ralph Tyler. William Shakespeare. Noam Chomsky.

The Tyler Rationale, developed in the 1940s, emphasized: Students designing their own curriculum. Flexibility and spontaneity in teaching. Clear objectives and evaluation. Focus on teacher beliefs.

Which of the following best describes the interdisciplinary nature of curriculum as a discipline?. It integrates knowledge from philosophy, sociology, and psychology. It focuses exclusively on mathematics and science. It excludes social sciences. It concentrates on textbook production only.

Which of the following best describes the academic conception of curriculum?. A focus on emotional growth. A tool for personal development. A reflection of cultural values. A body of knowledge to be transmitted.

One key principle of curriculum development is: Focusing only on teacher preferences. Ignoring cultural diversity. Copying curriculums from other countries. Aligning curriculum with learners’ needs and societal demands.

The learner-centered conception of curriculum emphasizes: Discipline-focused instruction. Standardized testing. Teacher authority. The needs and interests of the student.

A well-developed curriculum should: Allow flexibility to adapt to different contexts. Be rigid and unchangeable. Be designed solely by politicians. Focus on only one subject area.

A curriculum that aims to promote social reform and justice aligns with which conception?. Social reconstructionist. Essentialist. Academic rationalist. Technological.

Which principle emphasizes that curriculum content should proceed from simple to complex concepts?. Balance. Scope. Continuity. Sequence.

Which curriculum conception views education as a means to develop technical skills for productivity?. Humanistic. Existentialist. Critical pedagogy. Technological.

Balance in curriculum development ensures that: Students are overloaded with information. Only academic subjects are emphasized. Only practical skills are taught. All learning areas are given appropriate attention.

What is the first step in considering the environment when conducting a needs analysis for curriculum design?. Identifying the budget constraints. Evaluating the school's infrastructure. Selecting the teaching materials. Understanding the local community’s values and priorities.

What is a common problem when there is a lack of stakeholder involvement in needs analysis?. Students may have too many extracurricular options. There is an overemphasis on theoretical knowledge. The school may have too many resources for its students. The curriculum may not accurately reflect the needs of learners and the community.

The global trend toward environmental sustainability can influence curriculum by: Focusing entirely on digital subjects. Reducing the need for physical education. Limiting the number of elective courses. Introducing environmental studies and green technology into the curriculum.

What is the primary purpose of a needs analysis in curriculum design?. To determine students' extracurricular preferences. To calculate the financial budget of the school. To assess teachers’ performance. To identify the gaps between current and desired knowledge/skills.

When considering the environment in curriculum design, which of the following is most important?. The preferred teaching methods of teachers. The size of the school building. The attitudes and beliefs of students' families. The political landscape of the region.

In curriculum design, the needs of the curriculum should be based on: Teachers' personal preferences. National policies only. Popular trends in education. The local community’s socio-economic needs.

How can understanding the physical environment of a school influence curriculum design?. By determining how many hours a student should study. By aligning the curriculum with the available resources and space. By focusing only on digital learning methods. By ignoring the needs of the teachers.

Which of the following is a key consideration when analyzing the needs of the curriculum?. Learners' backgrounds, interests, and capabilities. The length of the school day. Teachers' teaching styles. Classroom decoration.

Which of the following is an environmental factor that can affect curriculum needs?. The number of subjects taught. Local job market demands. The type of school management system. Students’ personal interests.

A needs analysis in curriculum development helps to: Determine how many textbooks are needed. Align curriculum goals with learners' life goals and career aspirations. Increase the school's reputation. Identify the most popular subjects.

When conducting a needs analysis, discovering the community's expectations is crucial for ensuring: The school is accredited. That only high-performing students are targeted. The curriculum is standardized across all schools. The content reflects societal values and future challenges.

The success of a curriculum depends on understanding the needs of: Only the teachers. Both the students and the society they are part of. The principal and administration. Only the students.

One issue that may arise during a needs analysis is: Limited diversity among teachers. Overwhelming support from the community. Lack of alignment between the curriculum goals and students’ actual needs. Too much data about students’ hobbies.

Which external force can significantly impact the development of a curriculum?. Classroom size. Students’ personal preferences. Teacher's favorite teaching methods. Government regulations and educational policies.

Which of the following could be a challenge in discovering the real needs of the curriculum?. Collecting data from a variety of stakeholders, such as teachers, students, and parents. Identifying which subjects are most popular among students. Focusing solely on national educational standards. Ignoring feedback from students.

How can technological advancements impact the curriculum?. By reducing the number of subjects taught. By requiring less student interaction. By focusing solely on manual skills. By introducing new learning tools and methods.

An issue in needs analysis may occur when there is a conflict between: National government policies and local educational needs. School infrastructure and the amount of homework assigned. Teachers' experience and new technological trends. Students’ preferred learning styles and the curriculum’s focus.

Which of the following is a socio-cultural force that influences curriculum design?. The school’s physical infrastructure. Family and community values. Budget constraints. The number of teachers available.

How can cultural diversity pose an issue in needs analysis?. It makes the curriculum too predictable. It decreases the number of subjects needed. It only affects the types of textbooks used. It may require additional time and resources to address various cultural perspectives.

The economy of a country can affect curriculum design by: Dictating teaching methods. Determining which subjects are funded and prioritized. Assigning teaching responsibilities to specific teachers. Deciding the color of textbooks.