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ERIC Number: EJ398922
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Curriculum Theory: Meaning, Function, and Practice.
Ornstein, Allan C.; Hunkins, Francis P.
NASSP Bulletin, v73 n519 p103-10 Oct 1989
Curriculum theories are necessary to help researchers and practitioners deal with different purposes, forms, and functions. Theories should be logical; consider curriculum sources, systems, technical aspects, planning levels; incorporate subject matter and student experiences; help practitioners use whatever is being theorized. (MLH)
Descriptors: Definitions, Secondary Education, Theory Practice Relationship
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Curriculum Specialists; Curriculum Theories