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Teacher Roles as Curricularist Module

The document discusses the role of teachers as curricularists. It describes the seven roles teachers play in curriculum development and implementation including as knowers, writers, planners, innovators, implementors, initiators, and evaluators. Activities and surveys are provided to help teachers self-assess their role and priorities to improve student outcomes.

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Teacher Roles as Curricularist Module

The document discusses the role of teachers as curricularists. It describes the seven roles teachers play in curriculum development and implementation including as knowers, writers, planners, innovators, implementors, initiators, and evaluators. Activities and surveys are provided to help teachers self-assess their role and priorities to improve student outcomes.

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COMMISSION ON HIGHER EDUCATION


City Government of Bago
BAGO CITY COLLEGE

Rafael Salas Drive, Barangay Balingasag, Bago City, Negros Occidental 6101
Tel: (034)4611-363 Fax: (034)4610-546 E-mail: bagocitycollege@[Link]

THE
TEACHE
R AND
THE
CURRIC
ULUM
EDUC 7
(MODUL
E III)

Name : JADRAQUE, REA S.

Course /Year/Section : BEED 3B

Contact Number : 09359819452

E-mail Address: reajadraque2573@[Link]


Module in The Teacher and The School Curriculum

Module 3: The Teacher as Curricularist

Intended Learning Outcome: At the end of


this module, the students must have:

1. Described the role of the teacher as a curricularist in the classroom and school.
2. Discussed the seven different roles of which a responsible teacher does in the classroom
every day.

Introduction

This module will help you understand and realize the multifaceted roles of a teacher as a curricularist in the classroom
and the school.

A curricularist is a professional who is a curriculum expert or a curriculum specialist.

Activity 1.

Directions: Read the following words and choose which describe the role of a teacher as Curricularist. Write your
answers on the space provided below:

Exciting Facilitating Frustrating


Planning
Knowledge

Initiating Evaluating
Growing

Broadening Building Rewarding Innovating

Recommending Showing writing

1. Writing

2. Planning

3. Initiating

4. Evaluating

5. Innovating

6. Facilitating Knowledge

Activity 2
Directions: Conduct a survey to the teacher/s regarding their functions as Curricularist using a Survey tool below.

THE TEACHER AS A CURRICULARIST SURVEY TOOL

Name of Teacher: Optional

School: Isabela East Elementary School Grade Level Assignment: Grade 5

No of Years Teaching: 8 Years Degree Graduated: BSED Major in Mathematics

Instruction: Circle YES or NO that will correspond to your self-assessment. Then rank the items which you answered YES.
As a schoolteacher, Rank
1. I master the subject matter that I have to teach. Yes No
2. I implement what I Have planned for my teaching Yes No
3. I monitor and assess if my students are learning Yes No
4. I modify my activity to suit my learners in my classroom. Yes No
5. I lead in the implementation of a new curriculum in my School. Yes No
6. I write instructional materials based on the recommended school curriculum. Yes No
7. I look for other ways of doing to improve teaching and learning in my classroom Yes No

Which activity did your respondent (teacher) do almost of the time? Which activity did he/she do least of the time?
Did it help improve her performance in doing her tasks?
-As a result of the study, it was discovered that the majority of teachers were doing their best to
improve the learning process of the students. It was also discovered that teachers observed and
assessed whether or not their pupils were learning, and they adapted their work in the classroom to
meet their students' needs. The teachers in the poll are looking for additional ways to improve
teaching and learning in the classroom.

Based on the list of functions of a curricularist, As a future teacher someday what would be your top three priorities
which you feel could help you achieve better teaching-learning outcome?
• Implement what I have planned for my teaching.
• Master the subject matter that I have to teach.
• Monitor and assess if my students are learning.

Analysis

Instruction: Identify the role of the teacher as a Curricularist based on the description provided.

Teacher as a Curricularist Description


1. Knower Knows the curriculum
2. Writer Writes the curriculum
3. Planner Plans the curriculum
4. Innovator Innovates the curriculum
5. Implementor Implements the curriculum
6. Initiator Initiates the curriculum
7. Evaluator Evaluates the curriculum

Abstraction

Teachers do series of interrelated actions about the curriculum, instruction, assessment, evaluation, teaching and
learning. A classroom teacher is involved with curriculum continuously all day. But very seldom has a teacher been described
as curricularist. Curricularist in the past, are referred only those who developed curriculum theories. In this lesson, we will
start using the word curricularist to describe a professional who is a curriculum specialist. A person who is involved in
curriculum knowing (Knower), writing (writer), planning (planner), implementing (implementor), evaluating (evaluator),
innovating (innovator), and initiating (initiator) is designated as curricularist,

The seven different roles of a curricularist are those which a responsible teacher does in the classroom every day!
Teacher as a curriculum writer may use several teaching strategies and learning activities in each procedure to ensure the
success of instruction. Teachers need to respond to the learning needs of the students and align their teaching styles to the
learning styles of the students.

Application
A.
Directions: Put a (/) if the statement is a work of a curricularist and (X) if it is not.
Write your answer in the space provided at the end of each statement.

1. Acquired clear understanding of what is curriculum evaluation. 1. ✓


2. Explained the need to evaluate the curriculum and how it is being done. 2. ✓
3. The teacher as a learner starts with knowing about the curriculum. 3. X
4. A classroom teacher takes record of knowledge concepts, subject matter, or content. 4. ✓
5. Ensure that the students learn what they need to know for high-level functioning in the 21 st century .5. ✓
6. It is the role of the teacher to make a yearly, monthly, or daily plan of the curriculum. 6. ✓
7. Implementation of a new curriculum requires the open mindedness of the teacher. 7. ✓
8. Ensure educational quality across school districts and educational institutions. 8. ✓
9. Creativity and innovation are hallmarks of an excellent teacher. 9. ✓
10. An implementor gives life to the curriculum plan. 10. ✓

B.
Directions: Identify the role of the Curricularist based on the statement below and write the answer on the blank provided.

1. Planner a good curriculum must be planned. It is the role of the teacher to make a yearly, monthly, or daily
plan of the curriculum.

2. Knower learning begins with knowing. The teacher as a learner starts with knowing about the curriculum, the
subject matter, or the content.

3. Innovator a curriculum is always dynamic; hence it keeps on changing. Creativity and innovation are hallmarks of
an excellent teacher.

4. Evaluator questions ask like How can we determine if the desired learning outcomes have been achieved?

5. Writer classroom teacher takes record of knowledge concepts, subject matter, or content. The teacher writes
books and modules, laboratory manuals, instructional guides, and reference materials in paper or electronic media as
curriculum writer or reviewer.

6. Initiator implementation of a new curriculum requires the open mindedness of the teacher, and the full belief
that the curriculum will enhance learning.

7. Implementor it is here, where all the elements of the curriculum will come into play. The success of a
recommended,
will written and planned curriculum depends on the implementation.

EVALUATION

Read and answer the questions below:

1. Is it necessary for teachers to learn about the role of the teacher as a curricularist in the
classroom and school? If your answer is YES support your answer and if No, support your answer
also.
Yes, teachers must learn about their position as curricularists because it will provide them with the
information and understanding of how to overcome problems in order to achieve goals and provide the
best learning experiences for their students.

2. Think and write a scenario where you can best apply the roles of a curricularist?
As a curriculum developer, I know how to get my students to pay attention in class. I'll try
out the new idea and see whether it works.
Please observe the rubrics below in giving your answers.

Description 5 4 3 2 1
1. Scenario Cited /
2. Relatedness of Ideas /
3. Organization of Ideas /
TOTAL 10

Submitted by:

NILO R. CARMONA
Instructor
Approved by:

GLENDA M. MAÑOSO, EDD


Program Head

Common questions

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Adapting instructional methods is essential to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs, which can greatly enhance student engagement and understanding. This approach ensures that all students, regardless of their learning differences, have equal opportunities to succeed and that teaching is inclusive and equitable .

Teachers may face challenges such as time constraints, resource limitations, and the need for continuous professional development when balancing multiple curricularist roles. These challenges can be mitigated by prioritizing tasks, leveraging technology to streamline processes, collaborating with colleagues for shared resources, and engaging in ongoing professional learning opportunities to stay updated on best practices .

Teachers can employ backward design, integrate technology, and focus on student-centered learning to effectively plan a curriculum that meets 21st-century demands. This involves setting clear goals, using dynamic and interactive teaching methods, and developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students to prepare them for future challenges .

Understanding their role as curricularists is crucial for teachers because it equips them with the knowledge and skills to effectively plan, implement, and evaluate curriculum, ensuring that students achieve the desired learning outcomes. It helps teachers overcome challenges and tailor the educational experience to better meet the needs of their students .

As a curriculum writer, a teacher is responsible for developing instructional materials, including lesson plans, assessments, and multimedia resources, which are crucial for guiding classroom instruction. This role impacts instruction by ensuring that teaching materials are relevant, comprehensive, and aligned with curriculum goals, thereby directly affecting students' learning experiences and achievements .

As an evaluator, a teacher has a significant impact on students' learning outcomes by assessing whether educational objectives are being met and modifying instruction based on assessment data. This role requires teachers to collect, analyze, and use data to make informed decisions about teaching and learning adjustments, directly influencing the effectiveness and quality of education students receive .

To be considered an effective curricularist, a teacher must embody several roles, including being a knower, writer, planner, innovator, implementor, initiator, and evaluator of the curriculum. These roles involve understanding the curriculum deeply, developing and planning curriculum units, implementing changes, assessing student outcomes, and adapting to new educational practices .

While a planner focuses on strategizing and organizing the curriculum content and structure over a specified period, an initiator actively starts and leads new educational practices and changes in the curriculum. Initiators take charge of implementing new ideas and require open-mindedness and the belief that such changes will enhance learning, which sets this role apart from simple planning .

Teachers can effectively act as curriculum innovators by continuously updating and improving their teaching strategies to reflect new educational trends and student needs. They must foster an environment that encourages creativity and adaptation, actively seeking new methods and resources to enhance the learning experience and engagement with content .

Creativity and innovation are critical in teaching as they encourage the development of engaging and effective learning experiences that can adapt to changing educational environments. They allow teachers to introduce new perspectives and tools, which facilitate better comprehension and retention among students, ultimately leading to improved educational outcomes .

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