CUS3701
ASSIGNMENT 3 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 15 JUNE 2026
, Curriculum Studies - CUS3701
Assignment 3 2026
Question 1: Theoretical Framing of Curriculum Development
Ralph Tyler's Objectives Lawrence Stenhouse's Process
Aspect
Approach Approach
Teacher acts as an instructor and Teacher acts as a facilitator,
Teacher's
implements predetermined researcher, and curriculum
Role
objectives. developer.
Learners are mainly passive Learners are active participants
Learner's
recipients of knowledge and work who construct knowledge through
Role
towards achieving set objectives. inquiry and experience.
Curriculum is planned around Curriculum is flexible and focuses
Curriculum
clearly defined objectives and on the learning process rather
Planning
follows a structured sequence. than fixed objectives.
Teacher-centred methods are used Learner-centred methods such as
Teaching
to achieve specific learning discussions, projects, and
Methods
outcomes. problem-solving are emphasized.
Assessment measures whether Assessment focuses on learners'
predetermined objectives have understanding and the quality of
Assessment
been achieved, often through tests the learning process through
and examinations. continuous evaluation.
Learning is outcome-oriented and Learning is process-oriented and
View of
directed towards achieving specific emphasizes understanding and
Learning
goals. personal development.
Limited flexibility because High flexibility, allowing adaptation
Flexibility
objectives are predetermined. to learners' needs and contexts.
ASSIGNMENT 3 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 15 JUNE 2026
, Curriculum Studies - CUS3701
Assignment 3 2026
Question 1: Theoretical Framing of Curriculum Development
Ralph Tyler's Objectives Lawrence Stenhouse's Process
Aspect
Approach Approach
Teacher acts as an instructor and Teacher acts as a facilitator,
Teacher's
implements predetermined researcher, and curriculum
Role
objectives. developer.
Learners are mainly passive Learners are active participants
Learner's
recipients of knowledge and work who construct knowledge through
Role
towards achieving set objectives. inquiry and experience.
Curriculum is planned around Curriculum is flexible and focuses
Curriculum
clearly defined objectives and on the learning process rather
Planning
follows a structured sequence. than fixed objectives.
Teacher-centred methods are used Learner-centred methods such as
Teaching
to achieve specific learning discussions, projects, and
Methods
outcomes. problem-solving are emphasized.
Assessment measures whether Assessment focuses on learners'
predetermined objectives have understanding and the quality of
Assessment
been achieved, often through tests the learning process through
and examinations. continuous evaluation.
Learning is outcome-oriented and Learning is process-oriented and
View of
directed towards achieving specific emphasizes understanding and
Learning
goals. personal development.
Limited flexibility because High flexibility, allowing adaptation
Flexibility
objectives are predetermined. to learners' needs and contexts.
