ABSTRACT
This conclusion presents some closing thoughts on the concept discussed in the preceding chapters of this book. The book raises either directly or indirectly a number of important issues about a centralised curriculum. First of all it seems essential that something as crucial to the national future and prosperity as the national curriculum should be supported by the most detailed research, even if some of the data suggests shortcomings in the process. Secondly, it is important to recognise that values are an inherent part of any educational process. Thirdly, it is important to remember that any curriculum, and perhaps more importantly a national curriculum, retains much of its significance for pupils. Finally, it should be remembered that neither teachers nor pupils will achieve their full potential within the educational process, if they are unable to exercise their creativity and pursue lines of enquiry which are meaningful to them within a particular learning context.
