Describe and evaluate post-primary curriculum policy and policymaking in Ireland

  • Understand that the meanings of curriculum are contested
  • Distinguish between curriculum reform and change
  • Identify the influences of teacher and school culture on change/reform efforts
  • Describe and evaluate post-primary curriculum policy and policymaking in Ireland
  • Situate whole curriculum in its macro philosophical, ideological, political and social contexts
  • Develop critical thinking skills through participating in class discussions and debates and through engagement with relevant literature and research
  • Examine and discuss relevant international, national and university-based research.