School Knowledge in Comparative and Historical Perspective Changing Curricula in Primary and Secondary Education 1st edition by Aaron Benavot, Cecilia Braslavsky, Nhung Truong ISBN 1402057350 978-1402057359

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ISBN 10:  1402057350
ISBN 13: 978-1402057359
Author: Aaron Benavot, Cecilia Braslavsky, Nhung Truong 

School curricula are established not only to prepare young people for a real world, but also to beckon an imagined one anchored in individual rights and collective progress. Both worlds―the real and the imagined―increasingly reflect influential trans-national forces.

In this special edited volume, scholars with diverse backgrounds and conceptual frameworks explore how economic, political, social and ideological forces impact on school curricula over time and place. In providing regional and global perspectives on curricular policies, practices and reforms, the authors move beyond the conventional notion that school contents reflect principally national priorities and subject-based interests. Some authors emphasize a convergence to standardized global curricular structures and discourses. Others suggest that changes regarding the intended contents of primary and secondary school curricula reveal regional or trans-cultural influences. Overall, these comparative and historical studies demonstrate that the dynamics of curriculum-making and curricular reform are increasingly forged within wider regional, cross-regional and global contexts.

School Knowledge in Comparative & Historical Perspective Changing Curricula in Primary & Secondary Education 1st Table of contents:

Introduction: Understanding Curriculum Change

• Overview of curriculum studies: the role of knowledge in education
• Comparative and historical perspectives on educational curricula
• The importance of understanding curriculum evolution in global education systems

2. Theories of Curriculum Change

• Theoretical frameworks for analyzing curriculum development
• Factors driving curriculum change: political, economic, cultural, and technological influences
• Models of curriculum theory: from traditional to modern perspectives
• The role of ideology and national identity in shaping curricula

3. Historical Development of School Knowledge

• How school curricula have evolved historically in different countries
• The rise of national education systems and the creation of standardized curricula
• Shifts in educational goals: from basic literacy to broader educational aims
• Major historical events (e.g., wars, revolutions) and their influence on curricula

4. Comparative Education and Curriculum

• Comparing educational curricula across different countries and regions
• Case studies from various global contexts (e.g., Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa)
• How different education systems address core subjects: mathematics, literature, history, science, and civics
• The impact of colonialism, globalization, and local culture on curriculum content

5. The Politics of Curriculum Change

• How governments and political ideologies influence curriculum content
• The role of education policies, curriculum reforms, and national standards
• The influence of international organizations (e.g., UNESCO, OECD) on global educational trends
• Social movements and their impact on the curriculum (e.g., feminism, civil rights, environmentalism)

6. Curriculum Change in the 20th Century

• Key transformations in primary and secondary education during the 20th century
• The influence of scientific advances, technological innovations, and social changes on curricula
• The rise of progressive education and student-centered learning
• Post-war educational reforms: the drive toward universal education and curriculum expansion

7. Curriculum Content: What Knowledge is Valued?

• Examining the content of primary and secondary curricula: what subjects are prioritized?
• The inclusion of global knowledge, civic education, and life skills
• The tension between traditional knowledge and modern, practical knowledge
• The role of STEM education, arts, and humanities in shaping curricula

8. Curriculum and Social Change

• How curricula reflect and respond to social change and demands
• The evolution of gender education, racial and ethnic inclusion, and disability awareness in school curricula
• The integration of diversity and multiculturalism in global curricula
• Addressing social justice through education: challenges and solutions

9. The Future of Curriculum Development

• Contemporary challenges: globalization, digital learning, and the future of work
• How technology is transforming curricula: online education, AI, and digital literacy
• Debates over the future of knowledge in curricula: What should schools teach in the 21st century?
• The role of sustainability and climate change education in future curricula

10. Conclusion: Lessons from Comparative & Historical Studies of Curriculum

• Summarizing key insights from the comparative and historical perspective on curricula
• The ongoing challenges and opportunities in curriculum development
• The need for cultural relevance, equity, and adaptability in curricula for the future
• Recommendations for educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers

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