In Search of Curriculum Balance

In today’s world there is too much content for teachers to cover and students to learn. Choosing one subject over the other without analyzing its impact on the students’ development has a grave consequence. A balanced curriculum provides the structure and the tools to identify the most important content that will support students’ knowledge, attitude and skill development and performance. The major questions are what to include in the curriculum and what emphasis to be given for each. Have certain subjects or objectives been over- or underemphasized? How do we balance the curriculum? The book provides the basis as to what to consider and how to strike balance in the curriculum. It addresses the basic concern of curriculum development and evaluation.The book provides a significant contribution to the development and evaluation of curriculum.It also provides valuable answers to various questions related to curriculum. The book come up with interesting ideas for curriculum and syllabus developers, text book writers, teachers and other educational practitioners, and many other professionals concerned with the education and development of students.