Curriculum: Foundations, Principles, and Issues (6th Edition) (The Allyn & Bacon Educational Leadership) 6th Edition

I rented this textbook as a coursework requirement for one of my Master's courses, and I expected it to be dry and cumbersome. Instead, I found that even though the text is dense, the information this book contains is phenomenal for anyone who wants to know what drives today's educational system. As a professional in the field of working with children with autism, I now have a much greater appreciation for what goes into curriculum.Not only that, but as a parent, I am suddenly completely aware and educated in regards to my kids' school's curriculum initiatives. Before reading this textbook, I felt like I wanted to be involved with my kids' education, but I didn't know how. Now, when the district comes out with announcements on "formative assessments," I know exactly what they're talking about, and I'm keenly interested in knowing how my children are performing against what the assessments say. Plus, when I attend board meetings, the jargon now all makes sense to me. (This, by the way, seems like a travesty to me. Parents should not need to be earning their Master's degrees in order to understand what their school boards are talking about.)Lastly, I mentioned that I rented this textbook. I now want to buy it. I had no idea that I would want to keep a book I originally assumed would be dry and useless. My incredible mistake. This textbook transformed my ability to be involved in my children's public education. Praise the Lord, and I mean that in all sincerity of heart.

If you are an educator, this book offers an interesting overview of curriculum foundations and theory as well as psychological and social implications for today's teachers and learners. It was required reading for my graduate course and now has turned into an excellent reference for the work I do. Veteran educators especially will find the content helpful in understanding what we need to know to offer 21st century learners better school experiences than what is now in place in most U.S. schools.

This is a text book for class; it's not like it was an awesome book. However it did come when it was suppose to and, it was in mint condition. The company also sent instructions on how to keep it since it was a rented book. No recommendation.

This text is easy to read and offers useful insight on curriculum development. Though I was required to read it, I found this text enjoyable and was able to find connection between the history and current issues.

Love that Amazon rents books, saves me a ton of time and money not having to go buy and then try and sell the books. this book was boring but had some decent info in it.

Overall a good textbook, however, it is missing many curriculum development topics and is a bit wordy in several areas. It certainly is useful, however, if this is the only curriculum textbook you are using, you will be missing a lot. Given I've taken other courses with other texts, this was fine. Wouldn't really recommend as a student or an educator.

I am not a huge fan of textbooks but this one is great. It is well organized and it is great info for anyone that wants to be a good leader in a school.

I had to get this book for class and I wish I would have bought this book. It is a very good text book that does not confuse. It has great illustrations and charts in the book.

Was supposed to ship within 3-6 weeks, but arrived promptly in one week exactly! A much better value than the hardcover version. Just put it in a binder. The print is small and there is a lot on any one page, but it is not a difficult read In terms of content. I am quite happy with this purchase.

Expensive, yes. But for those who need a comprehensive text on curriculum theory, this book has it all.