Investigate Connections Between Curriculum Theories And Instructional Practice

Week 1: Assignment: Investigate Connections Between Curriculum Theories and Instructional PracticeNorthcentral UniversityCT-7000 V3: Developing Instructional Strategies and CurriculumDr. Robert Bulik When it comes to curriculum theories, the most productive ones are process and praxis, as both encourages students and teachers to work together to learn more. Process allows for teachers to focus on student interactions and how to help students to continuously learn and to have a voice; while praxis allows for students to focus more on learning about different cultures and reflecting upon the values of humanity and community. These two curriculum theories allow for both teachers and students to focus on the lessons and activities within the classroom that help both to learn how to be critical thinkers and to think on the various cultures and people in the world. When it comes to the curriculum theory and instructional practices, I have learned that it is best when students are given a voice in what they learn and read as it encourages student engagement and motivation. It is when a student can focus on the process of their learning instead of grades that can allow for better critical thinking