ABSTRACT
J. Rogan and J. A. Luckowski undertook an analysis of nine major synoptic curriculum texts produced by American authors. Their purpose in undertaking this analysis was to portray major concepts within curriculum. They noted that all texts included an analysis of four major themes, namely paradigms, conceptions of curriculum, history, and politics, but that there was little consensus on preferred positions within each of these topics. The Tyler and Walker models provide two different approaches to curriculum planning. The 'Tyler model' provides an explicit set of procedures for planning which is based upon a scientific-rational orientation. 'Walker's model' is far less precise and emphasizes the amount of dialogue and interaction which needs to occur between members of a planning team. Curriculum management is important to various personnel involved in schooling including school principals, teachers and leaders. The chapter also presents an overview of the key concepts discussed in this book.
