CUS3701
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2026
, Curriculum Studies - CUS3701
Assignment 2 2026
QUESTION 1
Theoretical Framing of Curriculum Development
Ralph Tyler's objectives approach and Lawrence Stenhouse's process approach
represent two different ways of understanding curriculum development. Tyler believed
that education should begin with clearly stated objectives that guide teaching, learning
and assessment. Stenhouse, on the other hand, viewed curriculum as a process that
develops through interaction between teachers, learners and knowledge.
Teacher's Role
In Tyler's approach, the teacher is mainly responsible for implementing predetermined
objectives and ensuring that learners achieve specific outcomes. The teacher follows a
structured plan and focuses on delivering content efficiently.
In Stenhouse's approach, the teacher acts as a facilitator, researcher and reflective
practitioner. Teachers adapt learning experiences according to learners' needs and
classroom situations.
Learner's Role
Tyler viewed learners as individuals who work towards achieving specific educational
objectives established by curriculum planners and teachers.
Stenhouse viewed learners as active participants in the learning process. Learners are
encouraged to investigate, question, discuss and construct knowledge through
meaningful experiences.
ASSIGNMENT 2 2026
UNIQUE NO.
DUE DATE: 2026
, Curriculum Studies - CUS3701
Assignment 2 2026
QUESTION 1
Theoretical Framing of Curriculum Development
Ralph Tyler's objectives approach and Lawrence Stenhouse's process approach
represent two different ways of understanding curriculum development. Tyler believed
that education should begin with clearly stated objectives that guide teaching, learning
and assessment. Stenhouse, on the other hand, viewed curriculum as a process that
develops through interaction between teachers, learners and knowledge.
Teacher's Role
In Tyler's approach, the teacher is mainly responsible for implementing predetermined
objectives and ensuring that learners achieve specific outcomes. The teacher follows a
structured plan and focuses on delivering content efficiently.
In Stenhouse's approach, the teacher acts as a facilitator, researcher and reflective
practitioner. Teachers adapt learning experiences according to learners' needs and
classroom situations.
Learner's Role
Tyler viewed learners as individuals who work towards achieving specific educational
objectives established by curriculum planners and teachers.
Stenhouse viewed learners as active participants in the learning process. Learners are
encouraged to investigate, question, discuss and construct knowledge through
meaningful experiences.
