Abstract
M.Ed.
The contents of curricula are necessarily exposed to dynamic
changes. Development of curricula should be carried out at base
level, that is, in the school and in the classroom. If all levels
of education and the community are involved, each pupil as well as
the community will reap the benefits of curricula and syllabi that
keep abreast of the demands of our time.
To be able to control reality implies greater control of the
computer. Knowledge of the fast growing science of the computer
could open many doors for those who are eager to learn, while the
same doors will remain closed for those who do not adapt fast
enough to the changing demands of the community.
The high number of pupils that discontinue Computer Studies (as a
7th subject) and the proposals to combine Computer Studies with
other subjects have necessitated an in-depth evaluation of the
curricula.
The evaluation models of Kruger, Stufflebeam, Pratt and Stake are
focalised on the community's contribution to curriculum renewal.
The contribution of the school, where the curriculum starts
functioning, must not be underestimated. The curriculum becomes
especially relevant and of interest to the community at school
and classroom level. Contents of curricula must be revised regularly
and scientifically on all levels. The revision and updating
of contents must be preceded by periodic situation analyses in
which all possible changes are monitored...