PLANNING CURRICULUM AND SYLLABUS

Abstract

Curriculum development is a purposeful, progressive, and systematic process to create positive improvements in the educational system. The development process systematically organizes what will be taught, who will be teaching, and how content is taught. Analyzing a visual representation of the curriculum is a quick and easy way to identify potential gaps or alignment issues. A syllabus reflects the instructor's feelings, attitudes, and beliefs about the subject matter, teaching, learning, and students. It should outline what is expected to happen during the semester, delineate the responsibilities of students and of the instructor.