Educational Leadership. Leading educational curriculum (eBook)

Essay from the year 2020 in the subject Pedagogy - The Teacher, Educational Leadership, grade: A., University of Botswana (Gaborone. BOTSWANA), course: Educational Leadership, language: English, abstract: I have realized that Curriculum Leadership is a complex and demanding practice, which goes beyond the research and disciplinary expertise of the curriculum leader. In this course I examined the diverse and often contentious field of curriculum studies. I have learned about curriculum theory and practice within the broader sociopolitical context, drawing upon real case studies from across the world. I was able to examine the work of educators and curriculum theorists, both past and present, which have contributed and/or continue to knowledge within the field. Through this course I was encouraged to adopt a creative viewpoint, examining key issues and past reforms efforts through new and alternative vantage point. I also gained fundamental skills and knowledge towards curriculum theory and practice with my professional environment. It is against this background that this paper reflects on the course, reflection activities will be used to show my reflections.