2. Foundation of Curriculum
Foundations are the forces that influence
the minds of curriculum developers.
In this way these effect the content and
structure of the curriculum.
3. Foundation of Curriculum
It includes the following
• Philosophical Foundation
• Psychological Foundation
• Sociological foundation
• Economical Foundation
• Historical Foundation
4. Philosophical Foundation
It is concerned with beliefs.
• What is real --- ONTOLOGY
• What is true --- EPISTEMOLOGY
• What is good – AXIOLOGY
5. Psychological Foundation
Psychology is the scientific
study of human behavior.
It gives insight into:
• Child development
• Learning
• Inquiry techniques
• Educational objectives
• Student characteristics
• Learning process
• Teaching method
• Evaluation procedures
6. Sociological Foundation
Sociology is the study of
social relationships,
institutions and
society.
It includes
• Value of society
• Media explosion
• New forms of
cooperation
• Culture etc.
8. Historical Foundations
It includes
• Role of curriculum in
achievements of
nations.
• Guides future plans
• Factors that influence
development of nation
e.g. unity
• Eliminates the
useless traditions.