Curriculum Studies Courses.

 Course Description

This course aims to examine the concepts of relevance and innovation as they relate to contemporary education in Papua New Guinea (PNG) and to examine how innovations, particularly at the school level, can be operationalized in PNG education system. Prior to the examination of issues such as academic verses vocational oriented education the different forms of knowledge are discussed to develop an understanding of why core and non core subjects are highly prevalent in PNG. The process and models of innovation are examined by looking critically into 3 relevant curriculum innovations in the contemporary society in PNG. Specific strategies towards planning and management of innovation are also discussed.


This course introduces student teachers to the foundational principles of curriculum design, development, and practice. It emphasizes building a deep understanding of the key concepts, perspectives, and approaches that shape curriculum in diverse educational settings. Through guided inquiry and reflective engagement, students will examine how curricula are conceived, implemented, and evaluated to address learner diversity and respond to broader societal goals.

Students will engage with established curriculum development models, tracing their evolution across historical, contemporary, and emerging contexts. The course highlights practical application, encouraging participants to bridge theory with classroom realities and to begin articulating their own professional stance on curriculum planning and delivery.


This course introduces student teachers to the foundational principles of curriculum design, development, and practice. It emphasizes building a deep understanding of the key concepts, perspectives, and approaches that shape curriculum in diverse educational settings. Through guided inquiry and reflective engagement, students will examine how curricula are conceived, implemented, and evaluated to address learner diversity and respond to broader societal goals.
Students will engage with established curriculum development models, tracing their evolution across historical, contemporary, and emerging contexts. The course highlights practical application, encouraging participants to bridge theory with classroom realities and to begin articulating their own professional stance on curriculum planning and delivery.

This course introduces student teachers to the foundational principles of curriculum design, development, and practice. It emphasizes building a deep understanding of the key concepts, perspectives, and approaches that shape curriculum in diverse educational settings. Through guided inquiry and reflective engagement, students will examine how curricula are conceived, implemented, and evaluated to address learner diversity and respond to broader societal goals.

Students will engage with established curriculum development models, tracing their evolution across historical, contemporary, and emerging contexts. The course highlights practical application, encouraging participants to bridge theory with classroom realities and to begin articulating their own professional stance on curriculum planning and delivery.