0

The History of Curriculum Development

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your knowledge of the history of curriculum development. It covers various aspects of curriculum development, including its evolution, key figures, and significant movements.
Number of Questions: 15
Created by:
Tags: curriculum development history of education educational theory
Attempted 0/15 Correct 0 Score 0

Which of the following is considered the father of curriculum theory?

  1. John Dewey

  2. Herbert Spencer

  3. Francis Bacon

  4. Johann Heinrich Pestalozzi


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

John Dewey is widely regarded as the father of curriculum theory due to his influential writings on progressive education and his emphasis on the importance of student-centered learning.

What was the primary focus of the curriculum during the classical period of education?

  1. Science and Mathematics

  2. Language and Literature

  3. Social Studies and History

  4. Vocational and Technical Skills


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

During the classical period of education, the curriculum primarily focused on the study of language and literature, particularly Latin and Greek.

Who is credited with developing the concept of the 'hidden curriculum'?

  1. Philip Jackson

  2. Lawrence Stenhouse

  3. Elliot Eisner

  4. William Doll


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Philip Jackson is credited with developing the concept of the 'hidden curriculum', which refers to the unwritten, implicit aspects of the curriculum that students learn through their experiences in school.

Which educational movement emphasized the importance of vocational and practical education?

  1. Progressivism

  2. Essentialism

  3. Reconstructionism

  4. Vocational Education Movement


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Vocational Education Movement emphasized the importance of vocational and practical education, aiming to prepare students for specific occupations and trades.

What was the main goal of the curriculum reform movement led by Jerome Bruner in the 1960s?

  1. To promote student-centered learning

  2. To emphasize the importance of standardized testing

  3. To focus on rote memorization and drill

  4. To increase the emphasis on vocational education


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jerome Bruner's curriculum reform movement in the 1960s aimed to promote student-centered learning and encourage students to actively engage with the material.

Which curriculum model emphasizes the development of critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities?

  1. Subject-Centered Curriculum

  2. Activity-Based Curriculum

  3. Learner-Centered Curriculum

  4. Problem-Based Curriculum


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Problem-Based Curriculum model emphasizes the development of critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities by presenting students with real-world problems to solve.

Who is known for developing the concept of 'spiral curriculum'?

  1. Jerome Bruner

  2. Lawrence Stenhouse

  3. Elliot Eisner

  4. Harold Rugg


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Jerome Bruner is known for developing the concept of 'spiral curriculum', which involves revisiting and building upon previously learned material at increasing levels of complexity.

Which educational movement advocated for a curriculum that is relevant to the needs and experiences of students from diverse backgrounds?

  1. Essentialism

  2. Perennialism

  3. Multicultural Education Movement

  4. Behaviorism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Multicultural Education Movement advocated for a curriculum that is relevant to the needs and experiences of students from diverse backgrounds, promoting cultural understanding and inclusivity.

What was the primary focus of the curriculum during the Renaissance period?

  1. Classical Languages and Literature

  2. Science and Mathematics

  3. Vocational and Technical Skills

  4. Social Studies and History


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

During the Renaissance period, the curriculum primarily focused on the study of classical languages and literature, particularly Latin and Greek.

Who is credited with developing the concept of 'curriculum as a field of study'?

  1. John Dewey

  2. Herbert Spencer

  3. Francis Bacon

  4. Harold Rugg


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Harold Rugg is credited with developing the concept of 'curriculum as a field of study', establishing curriculum theory as a distinct academic discipline.

Which curriculum model emphasizes the development of social and emotional skills?

  1. Subject-Centered Curriculum

  2. Activity-Based Curriculum

  3. Learner-Centered Curriculum

  4. Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Social and Emotional Learning Curriculum model emphasizes the development of social and emotional skills, such as self-awareness, self-regulation, and empathy.

What was the primary focus of the curriculum during the Middle Ages?

  1. Science and Mathematics

  2. Language and Literature

  3. Social Studies and History

  4. Religious Studies


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

During the Middle Ages, the curriculum primarily focused on religious studies, including the study of the Bible, theology, and church history.

Who is known for developing the concept of 'core curriculum'?

  1. John Dewey

  2. Herbert Spencer

  3. Francis Bacon

  4. Arthur Bestor


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Arthur Bestor is known for developing the concept of 'core curriculum', which emphasizes the teaching of essential academic subjects and skills that are considered fundamental for all students.

Which educational movement emphasized the importance of developing the whole child, including their intellectual, physical, and moral development?

  1. Progressivism

  2. Essentialism

  3. Reconstructionism

  4. Behaviorism


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Progressivism emphasized the importance of developing the whole child, including their intellectual, physical, and moral development, and advocated for a child-centered curriculum.

What was the primary focus of the curriculum during the Enlightenment period?

  1. Classical Languages and Literature

  2. Science and Mathematics

  3. Social Studies and History

  4. Vocational and Technical Skills


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

During the Enlightenment period, the curriculum primarily focused on science and mathematics, reflecting the emphasis on rationalism and empirical inquiry.

- Hide questions