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Shapiro, Arthur S.; And Others – 1993
The role of theory in the restructuring of schools and curriculum is discussed. Theory is defined as a set of assumptions from which laws or principles may be derived. The descriptive, analytical, and predictive characteristics of theory are described. The examination of the relationship of theory to practice leads to the conclusion that they are…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education