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CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION, EDUCATION

THE MEANING AND IMPORTANCE OF

CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT
DECEMBER 13, 2014 ALVIOR, MARY G. 143 COMMENTS
This article explains the definition of curriculum development, and its importance in school,
country, and society, in general.
Before I discuss the definition of curriculum development, let me describe to you first the
importance of curriculum. A curriculum is considered the “heart” of any learning institution
which means that schools or universities cannot exist without a curriculum. With its importance
in formal education, the curriculum has become a dynamic process due to the changes that occur
in our society. Therefore, in its broadest sense, curriculum refers to the “total learning
experiences of individuals not only in school but society as well” (Bilbao et al., 2008).

Definition of Curriculum Development

Curriculum development is defined as planned, a purposeful, progressive, and systematic process
to create positive improvements in the educational system. Every time there are changes or
developments happening around the world, the school curricula are affected. There is a need to
update them to address the society’s needs.
To illustrate this contention, let’s trace back history.

During the ancient times, people taught their children knowledge and skills to survive by
catching fish or hunting animals for food. They had no formal education during that time, but
their children learned and acquired the knowledge and skills for survival. So, during that time,
they already had a curriculum that other educators call as, the saber-tooth curriculum. This type
of curriculum refers to a kind of curriculum that existed during the ancient times in which the
purpose of teaching was for survival.
However, when the effects of discoveries and inventions became inevitable, ancient people’s
way of life had changed for the better. As a result, education became formal, and curriculum
development evolved as systematic, planned, purposeful and progressive, even today.

Importance of Curriculum Development

Curriculum development has a broad scope because it is not only about the school, the learners,
and the teachers. It is also about the development of society in general.

In today’s knowledge economy, curriculum development plays a vital role in improving the
economy of a country. It also provides answers or solutions to the world’s pressing conditions
and problems, such as environment, politics, socio-economics, and other issues of poverty,
climate change, and sustainable development.

There must be a chain of developmental process to develop a society. First, the school
curriculum, particularly in higher education, must be developed to preserve the country’s
national identity and to ensure its economy’s growth and stability. Thus, the president of a
country must have a clear vision for his people and the country as well.

For instance, in the Philippines, if President Aquino would like the country to become the Asia-
Pacific’s tourism hub, then the school curriculum must be developed along that line. Curricular
programs for higher education can be crafted in such a way that it will boost the tourism
industry. For example, different models may arise such as edu-tourism, eco-tourism, cultural
tourism, medo-tourism, biz-tourism, techno-tourism, agri-tourism, archi-tourism, among others.

If universities have curricular programs that are innovative and in demand in the local or global
markets, many students even from foreign countries will enroll. A higher number of enrollees
would mean income on the part of the universities. As a result, if the income is big, it can be
used for teachers’ promotion, scholarship, and remuneration. It can also be used in funding
research and development endeavors, and in putting up school facilities, libraries, and
laboratories.

I believe that the country’s economy can improve the people’s way of life through curriculum
development. And to develop it, curriculum experts or specialists should work hand in hand with
lawmakers such as senators and congressmen, the local government officials, governors, mayors,
among others. Likewise, business communities and industries, and other economically oriented
players in society may be engaged in setting and implementing rules and policies for educational
reforms.

Hence, curriculum development matters a lot in setting the direction of change in an

organization, not only at the micro but also at macro levels. As long as the goals and objectives
of curriculum development are clear in the planner’s mind, cutting-edge achievements in various
concerns can be realized.

For additional information on curriculum development, please read Edecolepmentalism: a

Personal Philosophy of HIgher Education, and Translating the Edecolepmentalism Philosophy
Into a University’s Vision, Goals, and Program Objectives.
Reference
Bilbao, P. P., Lucido, P. I., Iringan, T. C., and R. B. Javier (2008). Curriculum development.
Philippines: Lorimar Publishing, Inc.
© 2014 December 13 M. G. Alvior

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DEVELOPMENT”

1. Obeng Peter
NOVEMBER 17, 2015 AT 3:56 AM

I would like to read more tips about this educational programme.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 24, 2015 AT 9:23 AM

HI! Thank you for your suggestion. If I have time, I will

write about it. God bless!
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1. GABRIEL MITHAMO
JULY 11, 2016 AT 2:57 PM
 i acknowledge your for that

2. GABRIEL MITHAMO
JULY 11, 2016 AT 3:00 PM

Hi Madam

3. mamzy
SEPTEMBER 8, 2016 AT 1:08 AM

Helo miss Mary please help

With ths following learning theories,mental disciplone

theory,natural unfoldment theory,behavoirisn and
cognitivism.
Can you please explain how each theor’s philosophical
outlooks help in relation of curriculum design and
development in schools

4. chami kiondo
MARCH 21, 2017 AT 1:51 PM

Hi madam Alvior.do u remember me???

5. Chris
OCTOBER 10, 2017 AT 6:17 PM

Hi Mary,

I am doing some research in this area. I see you have

only one reference at the end of your article. I was just
wondering if this a reflection of how little work has
being done in that area? I was wondering because I am
finding it hard to find an research in this area.

Regards
Chris

P.S. I am looking forward to reading your book

2. lawrence deogratias
FEBRUARY 3, 2016 AT 6:53 PM

thanks madam,i have learned many things from your article

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
 FEBRUARY 11, 2016 AT 3:09 PM

You are welcome, Lawrence. Enjoy reading!

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1. Chris
OCTOBER 10, 2017 AT 6:19 PM

Hi Mary,

I am doing some research in this area. I see you have

only one reference at the end of your article. I was just
wondering if this a reflection of how little work has
being done in that area? I was wondering because I am
finding it hard to find an research in this area.

Regards
Chris

P.S. I am looking forward to reading your book

3. sadiamsa
FEBRUARY 23, 2016 AT 2:34 AM

Great knowledge I acknowledge you for that.

REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 27, 2016 AT 10:37 AM

Hi, Sadiamsa. You are welcome.

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1. Lalhyder
MARCH 13, 2017 AT 12:59 PM

Plz help me in that subject

4. Mohammed Umar
MARCH 18, 2016 AT 6:38 PM

Great knowledge ,I enjoy reading your article on curriculum development.Thanks.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
MARCH 19, 2016 AT 8:06 PM
 Hi, Mohammed. You are welcome.
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1. Habtamu
JANUARY 2, 2017 AT 3:32 PM

Madam I found it very enlightening. God Bless you!!

5. TONY PALMER
APRIL 6, 2016 AT 7:30 AM

YOUR ARTICLE IS EASY TO COMPREHEND. I WOULD LIKE TO READ MORE

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
APRIL 8, 2016 AT 6:39 PM

Thank you so much, Tony Palmer.

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6. mark
APRIL 10, 2016 AT 7:31 PM

Very grateful
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
APRIL 16, 2016 AT 11:09 PM

Thanks a lot, Mark.

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7. Kechi Mgahe
MAY 2, 2016 AT 9:27 AM

Thanks so much!, I have found particular materials I was searching for.

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1. Regoniel, Patrick A.
MAY 2, 2016 AT 8:18 PM

Great Kechi. Thanks for dropping by.

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2. Alvior, Mary G.
MAY 7, 2016 AT 9:50 PM
 Thanks Kechi.
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3. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 12, 2016 AT 5:54 AM

Thanks so much, Kechi.

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8. Lekz
MAY 18, 2016 AT 1:10 PM

great article…really enlightened my understanding on development of curriculum

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
MAY 20, 2016 AT 8:15 AM

Thank you so much.

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9. Kevin Bhuru
JUNE 11, 2016 AT 8:34 PM

your publication is very helpful, please keep posting for the benefit of the wider community. God
bless!
REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 12, 2016 AT 5:52 AM

Dear Kevin, Thanks a lot. Please pray that I have more

time to write because I am also a very busy person.
REPLY

10. Stephen
JULY 8, 2016 AT 4:41 AM

a very delightful article….

…..I really appreciate your work…
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 12, 2016 AT 5:53 AM

Thanks so much, Stephen.

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 11. boniface mwenya
JULY 8, 2016 AT 11:58 PM

your publication is really helping me keep on with the good work

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 12, 2016 AT 5:51 AM

Hi, Boniface. Thanks so much.

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12. Aleic John Charles

JULY 11, 2016 AT 2:54 AM

I have really liked your article. Thank you so much.

REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 12, 2016 AT 5:50 AM

Hi, Aleic! You are welcome.

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13. Zaharaddeen Auwal badaru jikamshi.

JULY 21, 2016 AT 3:55 PM

Hi, friends i really like this article and i will keep up try to make an effective contribution to you
all.
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:05 PM

Hi, Zaharaddeen. Thanks for sharing my article. God bless.

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14. Zaharadden Auwal Jikamshi

JULY 23, 2016 AT 12:49 AM

Hi friends, i believe that curriculum has a great important to determine the achivement, planned,
and well organise level of study in schools.
Reference:
zaharaddeen Auwal Jikamshi (2016)
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 1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:06 PM

I agree with you, Zaharaddeen.

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2. Yusuf tata
JANUARY 7, 2017 AT 2:51 PM

Thank u sir
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 28, 2017 AT 2:08 PM

Thank you, Yusuf. But I am Dr. Mary. I am a woman.

15. Lois Chinedu

AUGUST 8, 2016 AT 3:36 PM

Great information about curriculum development. it was easy to understand.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:07 PM

Thanks so much, Lois.

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16. Sakala Geoffrey

AUGUST 11, 2016 AT 6:13 PM

I wish to learn on the types curriculum development please educate me

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:08 PM

Hi, Sakala. Please check this

out, http://simplyeducate.me/2015/01/07/seven-school-
curriculum-types-and-their-classroom-implications/
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17. Sakala Geoffrey

AUGUST 11, 2016 AT 6:15 PM
If it may be possible let me educated
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:09 PM

Sure! I will educate you, Sakala, for as long as I am not

sick and I have time to write.
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18. Shahzad Shabab

AUGUST 25, 2016 AT 8:24 PM

Very Informative, thanks for such a comprehensive article.

REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:10 PM

Hi, Shahzad. You are welcome.

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19. meech arevalo

AUGUST 26, 2016 AT 6:09 PM

I enjoyed reading your articles! Very informative. I would like to read more…
REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:11 PM

Hi, Meech. I love to write more but as the moment, I am

not physically well. Please pray that I get well soon and
able to write in this site.
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2. Alvior, Mary G.
MARCH 21, 2017 AT 5:24 PM

Thank you so much, Meech.

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20. Bernie M. Ramos

AUGUST 29, 2016 AT 4:28 PM
I like to read more
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 AT 1:12 PM

Hello, Bernie. Please pray that I am be able to write more.

Thank you.
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21. Immanuel Bamidele

SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 AT 11:45 PM

Commendable
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 3, 2016 AT 1:50 PM

Hello, Immanuel. Thank you.

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22. rebecca marcon

OCTOBER 21, 2016 AT 9:45 AM

great article! this is very much helpful in doing my fS 4.

REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 3, 2016 AT 1:51 PM

Thanks so much, Rebecca.

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23. shahid ganayi

OCTOBER 24, 2016 AT 3:18 PM

hey maam i need this study coz iam 12 class student u teaching me dear
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 3, 2016 AT 1:53 PM

Hi, Shahid. Thanks for informing me. It’s my pleasure to

teach you.
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 24. Jannet
OCTOBER 25, 2016 AT 3:07 AM

I am so pleased reading your article , I was just called up to offer the “Introduction to curriculum
development and teaching” I never knew how to go about it, but when I read through your article
I was so enriched and hoping to give the best of what is expected of me to these starter class of
University students.
Stay blessed
My regards
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 3, 2016 AT 1:53 PM

You are very welcome, Jannet.

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25. Mubarak Al Salami

NOVEMBER 6, 2016 AT 7:57 AM

Hello Dr. Marry,

You have really published a great book for researchers and educators of curriculum. I am highly
interested to buy an electronic copy of “THE MEANING AND IMPORTANCE OF
CURRICULUM development”. However, I have tried but it seems I didn’t find the right link. I
would be grateful if you could send me the direct link, please. I appreciate your prompt and
positive response.
Very best regards,
Mubarak
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 9, 2016 AT 12:48 PM

Thank you so much, Sir Mubarak. If you have questions,

please don’t hesitate to ask me through my email. God
bless and happy reading!
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26. Nhardz
NOVEMBER 6, 2016 AT 7:32 PM

Hi Dr. Marry! thank you for the Article. im started to study this article because this is one of my
subject. the Curriculum development.
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 1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 9, 2016 AT 12:49 PM

Hello, Nhardz. I hope that you learned from me.

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27. shechambo John

NOVEMBER 7, 2016 AT 2:29 PM

Hi madam, Am Shechambo John excited to read saber- tooth curriculum, a useful material for
tracing the foundation of curriculum development
REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 9, 2016 AT 12:50 PM

Hi, Shechambo. Thank you so much.

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28. lobme
NOVEMBER 13, 2016 AT 11:14 AM

hello maam mary . thakyou for that article but I have a very simple question that makes me
confuse . tsarr ihihi .. Are sabre-curriculum and saber curriculum thesame ?
REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 10:24 AM

Yes, Lobme. They are the same. saber and sabre, but it is
better to say saber.

Please read, http://charles-

jennings.blogspot.com/2009/05/70-years-on-and-still-
relevant-sabre.html
Thanks.
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29. Winaa L. Sierte

NOVEMBER 19, 2016 AT 1:55 PM

Thanks po for the very relevant info.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
 NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 10:25 AM

You are welcome, Winaa.

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30. Okpaje J. O
NOVEMBER 21, 2016 AT 12:56 AM

Your article is worth reading. I enjoyed every bit of it.

REPLY

1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 10:26 AM

Wow! Thanks for the appreciation, Okpaje.

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31. hassan muhammmad hassan

NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 12:06 AM

A very good article,i like it keep informing the populace.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 10:26 AM

Thanks, Hassan. Please help me inform the populace in

your country.
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32. Erliana Dewi

NOVEMBER 27, 2016 AT 8:15 PM

Hello Dr. Marry

May I get some definition about curriculum development based on experts (min. 5 experts)?

Thanks for a lot of article, really helpful me

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
DECEMBER 17, 2016 AT 5:36 PM

Sure, Erliana Dewi.

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33. christine
DECEMBER 8, 2016 AT 1:01 PM

hello Dr marry !

can I get the difference between curriculum design and curriculum development
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
DECEMBER 17, 2016 AT 5:36 PM

Curriculum design is only a part of curriculum

development, Christine.
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34. hazary kusiima

DECEMBER 21, 2016 AT 3:51 AM

interesting articles
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 27, 2017 AT 11:29 AM

Thanks so much, Hazary.

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35. Salmini shukuru

DECEMBER 26, 2016 AT 5:56 PM

Hello Dr. Mary I need to understand the weakness of curriculum development

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 27, 2017 AT 11:34 AM

Hello, Salmini. There are many weaknesses because

curriculum development is highly political. If you have no
strong influence or if there is no support coming from the
Ministry of Education / Commission on Higher Education,
the Teacher Education Council, the teachers, students and
other stakeholders, it is difficult to develop a curriculum.
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36. aldwin
JANUARY 10, 2017 AT 9:04 PM

thumbs up for this article… thanks ma’am…

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 27, 2017 AT 11:35 AM

You are welcome, Aldwin.

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37. ernest
FEBRUARY 26, 2017 AT 7:37 PM

your article is of great help Dr Mary I greatly thankful Dr.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 27, 2017 AT 11:36 AM

I’m glad to help you, Ernest.

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38. Hiegder Ommaron

FEBRUARY 27, 2017 AT 10:28 PM

Hello ma’am, I’m so appreciated by your talented in this article, I have learnt too much! please
enlighten me and I need more knowledge about Curriculum Development, If you have more
information about curriculum, please inform me… thank you so much ma’am, I want to see you
in personal. ^_^
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
FEBRUARY 28, 2017 AT 10:31 AM

Hello, Hiegder. Thanks so much. I have a

book, http://simplyeducate.me/curriculum-development-
overview/ . I would be glad to meet you up. My email
is simplyeducateme1mga@gmail.com.
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39. Alvior, Mary G.

FEBRUARY 28, 2017 AT 2:10 PM

Hello, Gabriel Mithamo. Thank you.

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40. Alvior, Mary G.

FEBRUARY 28, 2017 AT 2:54 PM
Mamzy, I’m so sorry but I don’t have enough time to answer your questions. Perhaps, I could
write an article about the topics you raised.
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41. Alvior, Mary G.

FEBRUARY 28, 2017 AT 2:55 PM

Habtamu, thanks a lot.

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42. Reymark yarte

MARCH 5, 2017 AT 10:06 PM

ma’am why do we need to know the different types of curricula ?

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
MARCH 30, 2017 AT 10:49 AM

Hi, Reymark. You must know the different types because

all schools have different purposes and the classes in most
schools have different types of students. Each curriculum
type serves the school’s purpose.
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43. Lalhyder
MARCH 13, 2017 AT 1:01 PM

Thanku
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
MARCH 30, 2017 AT 10:39 AM

You are welcome, Lalhyder.

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44. guza
MARCH 23, 2017 AT 11:18 AM

thank you some much I have learnt from your article Dr. Alvior
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
MARCH 30, 2017 AT 10:39 AM
 Thank you also, Guza. God bless,
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45. Alvior, Mary G.

MARCH 30, 2017 AT 10:51 AM

Hi, Chami Kiondo. How are you? Can you tell me about yourself? I have so many readers and
pardon me if I couldn’t exactly remember you. Thanks so much.
REPLY

46. sera
APRIL 5, 2017 AT 2:13 AM

Its real enriching thank you madam.its easily understood

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
APRIL 10, 2017 AT 10:33 AM

Thank you, Sera.

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47. Prudence Mapingire

APRIL 13, 2017 AT 7:19 AM

Ma’am you’re loaded, what an awesome piece. Thanks a lot.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JUNE 17, 2017 AT 1:39 PM

Hi, Prudence! You are welcome.

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48. Mr. Abbas Yahuza

MAY 5, 2017 AT 1:41 PM

Dr. Mary, alot of thanks for your great efforts. More grease to your elbow. God bless you more.
Thanks.
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JUNE 17, 2017 AT 8:08 PM

Thanks so much, Mr. Abbas.

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 49. Bruce
MAY 11, 2017 AT 8:19 AM

Great staff sir

How is curriculum planning affected by different stakeholders
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JUNE 17, 2017 AT 8:11 PM

Hi, Bruce. I’m Dr. Mary Alvior. As to your question,

stakeholders have influence in curriculum planning. They
can suggest or even prescribe the kind of curriculum
designs, mode of delivery, contents, etc.
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50. Nicholas mutai

MAY 11, 2017 AT 10:10 PM

How is curriculum development relevant to the current system of education

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JUNE 17, 2017 AT 8:14 PM

Hi, Nicholas. If you read thoroughly my article above, you

would know the relevance of curriculum development to
the current educational system.
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51. Gugu
MAY 14, 2017 AT 10:51 PM

Thank you so so much I learnt a lot all about curriculum

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52. Gugu
MAY 14, 2017 AT 10:58 PM

Thank you so so much ma’am I learnt a lot all about curriculum.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JUNE 17, 2017 AT 8:15 PM

You are welcome, Gugu.

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53. Simon coded

JULY 13, 2017 AT 4:05 PM

Mary g. Thanks for helping us.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 16, 2017 AT 4:34 AM

Hi, Simon. You are welcome.

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54. Elizabeth matthew

JULY 21, 2017 AT 12:57 AM

Hi ma’am I enjoy your article,God bless.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JULY 21, 2017 AT 7:29 AM

Thanks so much, Elizabeth.

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55. Ujunwa fortune

JULY 28, 2017 AT 12:15 AM

wow really educative, thanks a bunch

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:41 PM

Hi, Ujunwa. Welcome!

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56. suleiman
JULY 31, 2017 AT 4:02 AM

thanks for ur contribution apart from the curriculum development

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:42 PM
 You’re welcome, Suleiman.
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57. abubakar abdusalam

AUGUST 11, 2017 AT 4:15 AM

mrs. Mary.g
Our proud by your this contribution, that you was given on part of knowledge.
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:43 PM

Thanks a lot, Abubakar.

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58. D
AUGUST 15, 2017 AT 12:08 PM

Please i will like to know the instructional considerations in curriculum development. You can
please refer me to a site. Thank you. Do you know Prof. Grace Offorma?
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:54 PM

Hello, D. I don’t know Prof. Grace Offorma. Or maybe she

is one of my network. As to your question, it seems vague
to me because I can’t contextualize it yet.
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1. Beulah
JANUARY 1, 2018 AT 7:20 PM

I will like to have an overview of Instructional

Resources and how it’s effect on Students performance

2. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:59 PM

Hi, again. This link can probably help

you,http://simplyeducate.me/2014/12/01/hidden-
curriculum-its-definition/
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59. rabi
AUGUST 25, 2017 AT 12:54 AM
International aspect of curriculum plzz define it
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2017 AT 5:57 PM

Hi, Rabi. I am not so confident with my answer but I think

one thing that we have to consider as an international
aspect of curriculum is the culture. The curriculum must be
culture-sensitive.
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60. dorcas achom

OCTOBER 1, 2017 AT 10:29 PM

very nice indeed

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:10 AM

Hi, Dorcas. Thanks.

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61. Chidinma Blessed Destiny

OCTOBER 2, 2017 AT 5:47 AM

Wow!this is quite interesting and enlightened. I would like to read more.

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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:11 AM

Thanks, Chidinma. Just explore this site and you can find
my other articles.
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62. Mulinzi Tonny

NOVEMBER 10, 2017 AT 10:26 PM

Thanks
But i can see that your importance of curriculum development are based only on the economy.
How do students and teachers benefit from this curriculum development
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
 JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:16 AM

Hello, Mulinzi. Yes, it is more on the economy and that’s

the uniqueness of my article and idea. Now, it is getting
popular. The idea is to craft a curriculum that would boost
the economy. Once you know that kind of curriculum then
find out how to make it beneficial to the teachers and the
students. The bottomline is we need to prepare our students
ready to work. Equip them with knowledge and soft skills
as well. But in the future, we don’t need knowledge
because robots can do our work. We only need soft skills.
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63. Abusufiyan Hammanjoda

NOVEMBER 15, 2017 AT 3:31 PM

just score a great grade wit the help of your article at school.
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:12 AM

Wow! Thanks Abusufiyan.

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64. peter Kombat

DECEMBER 9, 2017 AT 12:03 AM

please I will like to use your medium to ask this question: With relevant examples, account for
the development of the curriculum at the level of school administration in Ghana.
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:18 AM

Hello, Peter. I’m not particular with the school system in

Ghana. I think other readers can answer you. To our
readers, you can probably help Peter.
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65. Timothy
JANUARY 17, 2018 AT 3:40 PM

This is helpful material. We are developing a curriculum for early childhood development. We
are using your notes aes a guide. Timothy
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 1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:20 AM

Thanks Timothy. That’s great, I can do a curriculum

review
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66. Ishaq Idris Adam wudil

JANUARY 24, 2018 AT 9:35 PM

thank you Mr. mary G. I am so happened with this article and starting the study from your
contribute
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1. Alvior, Mary G.
JANUARY 27, 2018 AT 8:22 AM

Hi, Ishaq. I am Ms. Mary, I am a woman. You can address

me as Ma’am Mary or Dr. Mary. You are welcome.
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67. ricovil
FEBRUARY 1, 2018 AT 9:28 AM

Hi Ma’am,

I’d like to ask does Course of Study and Curriculum are the same?

Looking forward for your response.

Thank you.
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A curriculum is considered the “heart” of any learning institution which means that schools or
universities cannot exist without a curriculum. With its importance in formal
education, curriculum has become a dynamic process due to the changes that occur in our
society.

Before I discuss the definition of curriculum development, let me

describe to you first the importance of curriculum. A curriculum is
considered the “heart” of any learning institution which means that
schools or universities cannot exist without a curriculum. With its
importance in formal education, curriculum has become a dynamic
process due to the changes that occur in our society. Therefore, in its
broadest sense, curriculum refers to the “total learning experiences of
individuals not only in school, but in society as well” (Bilbao et al.,
2008).

Definition of Curriculum Development

Curriculum development is defined as planned, purposeful,

progressive, and systematic process in order to create positive
improvements in the educational system. Every time there are changes
or developments happening around the world, the school curricula are
affected. There is a need to update them in order to address the society’s
needs.

To illustrate this contention, let’s trace back history. During the ancient
times, people taught their children knowledge and skills in order to
survive by catching fish or hunting animals for food. They had no formal
education during that time, but their children learned and acquired the
knowledge and skills for survival. So, during that time, they already had
a curriculum which other educators call as, the saber-tooth
curriculum. This type of curriculum refers to a kind of curriculum that
existed during the ancient times in which the purpose of teaching was
for survival.

However, when the effects of discoveries and inventions became

inevitable, ancient people’s way of life had changed for the better. As a
result, education became formal and curriculum development evolved as
systematic, planned, purposeful and progressive, even today.

Importance of Curriculum Development

Curriculum development has a broad scope because it is not only about

the school, the learners and the teachers. It is also about the development
of a society in general.

In today’s knowledge economy, curriculum development plays a vital

role in improving the economy of a country. It also provides answers or
solutions to the world’s pressing conditions and problems, such as
environment, politics, socio-economics, and other issues on poverty,
climate change and sustainable development.

There must be a chain of developmental process to develop a society.

First, the school curriculum particularly in higher education must be
developed to preserve the country’s national identity and to ensure its
economy’s growth and stability. Thus, the president of a country must
have a clear vision for his people and for the country as well.

For instance, in the Philippines, if President Aquino would like the

country as the Asia-Pacific’s tourism hub, then the school curriculum
must be developed along that line. Curricular programs for higher
education can be crafted in such a way that it will boost the tourism
industry and work into different models on edu-tourism, eco-tourism,
cultural tourism, medo-tourism, biz-tourism, techno-tourism, agri-
tourism, archi-tourism, among others.
If universities have curricular programs that are innovative and in
demand in the local or global markets, many students even from foreign
countries will enroll. Higher number of enrollees would mean income on
the part of the universities. As a result, if the income is big, it can be
used for teachers’ promotion, scholarship and remuneration. It can also
be used in funding research and development endeavors, and in putting
up school facilities, libraries, and laboratories.

I believe that the country’s economy can improve the people’s way of
life through curriculum development. And in order to develop it,
curriculum experts or specialists should work hand in hand with the
lawmakers (senators and congressmen), the local government officials,
such as governors, mayors, and others; the business communities and
industries; and stakeholders to set implementing rules and policies for
educational reforms.