Curriculum development

1. Concept

1.1. step-by-step process used to create positive improvements in the courses offered in higher education.

2. Types

2.1. The product model

2.1.1. results-oriented. Grades are the prime objective, with the focus lying more on the finished product rather than on the learning process.

2.2. The process model

2.2.1. Open-ended, and focuses on how learning develops over a period of time.

3. design

3.1. Subject-centered curriculum design

3.1.1. This type of curriculum design tends to focus on the subject, rather than the student.

3.2. Learner-centered curriculum design

3.2.1. revolves around student needs, interests and goals.

3.3. Problem-centered curriculum design

3.3.1. teaches students how to look at a problem and formulate a solution.