The most commonly used Finnish mathematics teacher guides (Grades 1-6) are investigated so as to determine what kind of resource they constitute for teachers in planning and enacting mathematics teaching and what kind of mathematics classroom they promote. The structure and the main contents of the guides were found to be quite homogeneous. The…

This analysis is aimed at evaluating the current English learning material used in Ibn Siena Integrated School Foundation. Since textbook evaluation has become an important tool in searching for an effective learning material, this paper sets the goal of providing answers to the presented research objectives such that it highlights the use of the…

Through a historical review of guideline aims and objectives in Ontario from 1950 to 1978, this paper seeks to define trends in guideline objectives writing. A category system for educational outcomes serves as the analytical framework for the study. This system defines the primary domains for describing discriminative knowledge, including a…

Developed for Manitoba (Canada) educators, this guide is designed to assist teachers and administrators in the implementation of a K-12 art program. Among the goals outlined are: (1) teachers should emphasize major components of the art program, including skills and concepts central to art education; (2) teachers need to give feedback about the…

Divided into eight documents, an introduction and guides to the program for levels 1-7 (which corresponds to grades 4-10, respectively), this material makes up the civic education program for schools in the Northwest Territories (Canada). The introductory guide includes a statement of philosophy and goals, an overview of the program,…

The prescribed, articulated six-year curriculum for new Ukrainian as a second language programs in Alberta is outlined, including: (1) objectives reflecting the basic educational goals and a rationale to support the inclusion of Ukrainian in a school program; (2) specific minimum expectations for each language skill (listening, speaking, reading,…

The curriculum guide for the articulated three-year French language program in Alberta public schools, designed as a minimum language program, outlines: (1) a set of program objectives reflecting the program's basic educational objectives, and a rationale to support inclusion of French in a school curriculum; (2) specific minimum expectations for…

The curriculum guide for a six-year French language sequence in Alberta public schools outlines: (1) a set of objectives reflecting the basic educational goals of the system along with the rationale to support the inclusion of French in school programs; (2) specific minimum expectations for each language skill (listening, speaking, reading, and…

The curriculum for a nine-year French language program in Alberta, beginning in grade 4 and designed to increase the effectiveness of language instruction by improved articulation and increased instructional time, is presented for each grade level. An introductory section outlines these program elements: rationale, goals, objectives, categories of…

The curriculum for a three-year Ukrainian second language program in Alberta public schools is designed to provide for articulation and continuity. The program outline provides: (1) a set of objectives reflecting basic educational objectives and a rationale to support inclusion of Ukrainian in a school program; (2) specific minimum expectations…

Describes reading instruction's goals as instilling within children a love for reading and providing them with a further means of understanding their environment. (MM)

This document discusses the framework for civic education in Estonia. Objectives of civic education in Estonia come from the traditional beliefs of Estonian society, the new demands of social change, standards established by the Council of Europe, and experiences of neighboring countries. The main objective of civic education is to teach a new…

Basic English is a non-credit course designed to help non-English-speaking senior high school students in Alberta develop basic communication skills. The curriculum guide for the course outlines the program and course philosophy, rationale, and target audience; states the program and course goals and objectives, including minumum expectations;…

This curriculum guide outlines three credits of study, one credit for each of the grade levels 10, 11, and 12. Intended as an optional study area, the program provides awareness and exploration for those students who aspire to postsecondary study and introduces skills to those who wish to explore trades and technologies in employment after school.…

Art 31, a high school art course entitled "The Contemporary Artifact", examines the impact of international influences and technology on modern art and modern art's impact on society. The basic art education philosophy of the province of Alberta is presented, and the role of the Art Studies program, which emphasizes the student as a…