Pinar, William F.
Understanding Curriculum: 17 (Counterpoints : Studies in the Postmode)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780820426013
- author:
- Pinar, William F.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Peter Lang Publishing Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 1143
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 5.8 cm
- Genre:
- Educational Technology Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Understanding Curriculum: An Introduction to the Study of Historical and Contemporary Curriculum Discourses by William F. Pinar provides a comprehensive overview of the field of curriculum studies, covering historical discourses and recent developments in feminist, poststructuralist, and racial theory. The book explores various themes, including political theory, phenomenology, aesthetics, theology, international developments, and institutional concerns. This textbook is an indispensable resource for undergraduate and graduate courses, offering a thorough understanding of the complex issues shaping educational policy and reform. With its broad scope and in-depth analysis, Understanding Curriculum is an essential text for anyone seeking to understand the intricacies of curriculum discourse. Published in 1995, this fifth edition remains a valuable resource for scholars and educators looking to engage with the latest debates and theories in curriculum studies.