Curriculum Leadership Dr Tahira Kalsoom Curriculum Instruction Defined
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Curriculum Leadership Dr. Tahira Kalsoom
Curriculum / Instruction �Defined as intended learning outcomes �Created by teachers, principals, testing, professional organizations, standards groups �The implementation of curriculum �Academic freedom to choose methods �Align with measurement strategies
Curriculum of the 21 st Century From • Content • Subjects • Didactic teaching • Academic / vocational • Compulsory education To • Skills and processes • Holistic learning • Self-directed learning • Integration of both • Lifelong learning
Key elements of effective curriculum leadership Culture of Collaboration Professional Development Vision Evaluation Planning Curriculum Leadership Resources Networking /Local Support
Type of engagement Level of Impact Presentation of theory Impacts on awareness Demonstration Impacts on knowledge and awareness Practice Impacts on awareness, knowledge, development of skills Assistance in the classroom Impacts on awareness, knowledge, skills development and application
The Curriculum Leader �Should know �Process of curriculum design of curriculum assessment of implementing intended learner outcomes of engaging teachers to ensure that the intended learning outcomes are taught through instructional methods that work for the students… result in student success
The Curriculum Leader �Be able to plan and develop the structures needed to ensure that students succeed �Be able to plan and develop the structures needed to ensure that the success of your building contributes to the success of the district (goal alignment and common vision)
The Curriculum Leader �Be positive �Believe all kids can learn…. Attitude is everything �Motivate faculty, staff, and students �Effectively evaluate programs and staff �Understand the politics and culture of change �Find the leadership approach that you are comfortable with
