`Each chapter in the book is firmly rooted in research and is well referenced as one would expect of such a book. It will be of particular use to people with an academic interest in this aspect of school management but will also be thought-provoking for those who are involved in the development of the curriculum within their institution' - escalate This book explores many of the new aspects of the core business of schools and colleges, that is, the curriculum. Keeping the focus clearly on learning and teaching, the contributors explore the practical issues for managers at institutional level, within the context of their need to understand and analyze key educational values and principles. Part One presents overviews of theories and models of curriculum, while Part Two examines how these are applied through planning, monitoring and evaluating. Part Three explores in detail the various managerial roles within schools and colleges from leaders to those responsible for cross-curriculum work and special educational needs. The fourth part discusses the importance of effectively managing resources for the curriculum - the environment, support staff and finance. Contributors use empirical research evidence to analyze current curriculum trends whilst proposing various new models which are likely to emerge in the 21st century.

Table of Contents:
PART ONE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF THE CURRICULUM Framing Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century - Jacky Lumby Models of Curriculum Organization - Neil Burton and David Middlewood, with Roy Blatchford The Management Consequences of Different Models of Teaching and Learning - Peter Silcock and Mark Brundrett PART TWO: OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF THE CURRICULUM Managing the Planning of Learning and Teaching - Neil Burton Managing Monitoring of the Curriculum - Brian Hardie Curriculum Evaluation - Margaret Preedy Measuring What We Value PART THREE: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT Leadership of the Curriculum - David Middlewood Setting the Vision The Subject Leader - Christine Wise and Hugh Busher Cross-Curriculum Co-Ordination - Les Bell Meeting Individual Needs within an Inclusive Curriculum - Daniela Sommefeldt FART FOUR: RESOURCING THE CURRICULUM Managing the Learning Environment - Ann R J Briggs Managing Curriculum Support Staff for Effective Learning - David Middlewood and Richard Parker The Managment Resources for Learning - Ann R J Briggs and Neil Burton