CAP 600 Curriculum Theory: Historical, Philosophical, and Political Issues

This course examines the historical, philosophical, and political contexts that have been shaping curriculum theories and studies in the United States from 1890-1970. Students explore the changing and broadening concepts of curriculum. They examine the interest groups and ideologies that have been at the center of historical struggle for control. The course draws upon the works of influential curriculum scholars, capturing central and often contentious debates among them about the aims, directions, and goals of education. Students deliberate on perennial questions: What knowledge is of most worth? Whose interests are served? Who controls the distribution and assessment of knowledge? Pre-requisite(s): Admission to the NCE doctoral program. Co-requisite(s): None. 3 semester hours