The Objectives Model
The Objectives Model is based on the idea that the primary purpose of curriculum design is to specify the learning objectives that students should achieve. Once the learning objectives have been identified, the curriculum designer can then select the content and learning activities that will be most effective in helping students achieve those objectives.
The Taba Model
The Taba Model is a more comprehensive model of curriculum design that includes a number of additional steps beyond the identification of learning objectives. These steps include:
* Diagnosis of learner needs: The curriculum designer should assess the needs of the learners who will be using the curriculum. This includes their prior knowledge and skills, their learning styles, and their interests.
* Selection of learning objectives: The curriculum designer should identify the learning objectives that students should achieve. These objectives should be based on the diagnosis of learner needs and the goals of the educational program.
* Selection of content: The curriculum designer should select the content that will be most effective in helping students achieve the learning objectives. This content should be organized in a logical and coherent manner.
* Selection of learning activities: The curriculum designer should select the learning activities that will be most effective in helping students learn the content. These activities should be varied and engaging, and they should provide students with opportunities to practice their skills and apply their knowledge.
* Evaluation: The curriculum designer should evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum in helping students achieve the learning objectives. This evaluation should be ongoing, and it should inform future revisions to the curriculum.
The Objectives and Taba models of curriculum design are both useful tools for process producing school curriculum. They provide a systematic and rational approach to curriculum design that can help ensure that students are learning the knowledge and skills they need to be successful.
Here are some of the benefits of using the Objectives and Taba models of curriculum design:
* They help to ensure that curriculum is aligned with learning objectives. This is important because it helps to ensure that students are learning the knowledge and skills they need to be successful.
* They help to promote student learning. By carefully considering the learning objectives, the content, and the learning activities, curriculum designers can create learning environments that are conducive to student learning.
* They help to make curriculum more efficient. By using a systematic and rational approach to curriculum design, curriculum designers can avoid wasting time and resources on ineffective curriculum materials and learning activities.
* They help to promote collaboration among curriculum designers. The Objectives and Taba models of curriculum design can help to promote collaboration among curriculum designers by providing a shared framework for curriculum development.
If you are involved in curriculum design, I encourage you to consider using the Objectives or Taba models. They can be valuable tools for helping you to create effective curriculum that meets the needs of your learners.