Intended vs. Implemented vs. Achieved Curriculum
Intended vs. Implemented vs. Achieved Curriculum
Pelingon
Master Teacher I, Diclum Elementary School
INTENDED CURRICULUM
Refers to the objectives set at the beginning of any curricular plan. Establishes the goal, specific purposes and immediate objectives to be accomplished. The intended curriculum answers what the curriculum writer wants to do.
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Are the objectives achievable within learners development levels? Is it achievable within allotted time? Are there enough resources to achieve the objectives? Are the objectives clear and specific? What are the ways to measure the outcomes of the objectives? Are the objectives observable, relevant & doable?
IMPLEMENTED CURRICULUM
This refers to the various learning activities or experiences of the students in order to achieve the intended curricular outcomes. Implemented curriculum refers to the ACTUAL activities being practiced in schools. These activities may coincide with the specified objectives of the curriculum (intended curriculum) OR may largely be out of agenda.
ACHIEVED CURRICULUM
This refers to the curriculum outcomes based on the first two types of curriculum: the intended and the implemented. Achieved curriculum is considered the PRODUCT of the curriculum development process. Any achieved curriculum must MATCH with the objectives and the activities that were made. Achieved curriculum indicates PERFORMANCE in relation to the objectives and the activities. It is usually described thru test scores and other performance indicators.
Do the learning outcomes achieved by the learners approximate the level of performance set at the beginning of the curriculum? Are the learning outcomes achieved higher or lower than the objectives set? Do the achieved learning outcomes reflect the knowledge, skills and attitudes intended to be developed? How many percent of the learners in the same class perform higher than the level set at the beginning? Do the curricular outcomes reflect the goals and the aspirations of the community where the curriculum was implemented?
CURRICULUM
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Learning areas were restructured into 5 learning areas: English, Science, Math, Filipino and Makabayan. Grades 1 & 2 Science and Health is integrated in English. Formal Science subject starts at 3rd Grade. Makabayan comprise Character Education & Sibika & Kultura for Grades 1-3; plus EPP(TLE), MSEP(MAPE) and HeKaSi from Grade 4 to High School
Increased level of performance in tool subjects. Change in teachers paradigm from being dispenser of knowledge to facilitator of learning. Increased instructional materials support for teaching and learning. Increase number of in-service training for teachers. More involvement of stakeholders. Decentralized management of school resources.
CONTENT- from the objectives, What content should students learn? BEHAVIORWhat will students do to indicate that they have learned? CRITERION What level of performance should the students have to master the behavior? CONDITION Under what circumstances should the students work in order to master that behavior?
Are the planned goals used as criteria in selecting and developing learning materials for instruction? Are the planned goals used as criteria in evaluating learning achievement and in further planning of learning sub-goals and activities?
The curriculum has educational quality. The curriculum has administrative flexibility.
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A good curriculum is systematically planned and evaluated. A good curriculum reflects adequately the aims of the school. A good curriculum maintains balance among all aims of the school. A good curriculum promotes continuity of experience.
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A good curriculum arranges learning opportunities flexibly for adaptation to particular situations and individuals. A good curriculum utilizes the most effective learning experiences and resources available. A good curriculum makes maximum provision for the development of each learner.
WHAT IS EVALUATION?
the process of determining the value of something or the extent to which goals are being achieved. the process of making a decision or reading a conclusion. involves decision-making about student performance based on information from an assessment process. Assessment is the process of collecting information by reviewing the products of student work, interviewing, observing, or testing.
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