Name: QUINOL, VANESSA LYN E.

Schedule: SATURDAY (7:00-10:00 AM)

Subject/Section: ED301 / F Deadline: November 11, 2023

The Assignment: Relate in your own experiences in each of the four traditional points of view of curriculum. Be
specific in citing your experience and explain in detail how this relate to the traditional points of view of
curriculum. Encode print, and submit your answer in a short bondpaper.

ROBERT M. HUTCHINS

 Views curriculum as “permanent studies” where rules of grammar, reading, rhetoric, logic and
mathematics for basic education are emphasized. The 3Rs (reading, writing, arithmetic) should be
emphasized in basic education while liberal education should be emphasis in college.

In my own experience with Hutchins' ideas about education, I noticed different stages in my learning. In
elementary school, the main focus was on the basics like reading, writing, and math to build a strong foundation.
Lessons were structured around these subjects to prepare us for future learning. Moving to junior and senior high
school, I continued to work on these basic skills, but the focus shifted to deepen my understanding. The goal was
to meet specific learning outcomes and get ready for standardized tests. The curriculum was designed to meet
state standards and help students excel in these tests. My focus was on getting good scores and achieving academic
goals. College brought a significant change in my education. The emphasis shifted to a liberal arts education,
which values the overall development of students. The curriculum encouraged critical thinking, problem-solving,
and exploring different subjects. Unlike earlier stages, college covered a wide range of topics beyond the basics.
The aim was to promote a broader and interdisciplinary approach to learning, urging students to think broadly
and explore various academic fields. This change aimed to spark intellectual curiosity and promote a commitment
to lifelong learning.

In summary, my educational journey, following Hutchins' perspective, went from focusing on the basics in
elementary school to a more comprehensive and intellectually stimulating liberal arts education in college. This
highlights the ongoing importance of certain subjects while also encouraging a broader view of learning and
personal growth.
ARTHUR BESTOR

 As an essentialist believes that the mission of the school should be intellectual training, hence curriculum
should focus on the fundamental intellectual disciplines of grammar, literature and writing. It should
include mathematics, science, history and foreign language.

In my high school, the main goal is clear: they want to train us to think critically, communicate effectively, and
understand important subjects deeply. In English class, we don't just learn grammar rules; we use them as tools
for clear and convincing communication. We do a lot of writing exercises to improve our ability to express
complex ideas. In literature class, it's not just about enjoying stories; we analyze them in detail, discussing themes
and symbols and thinking critically about the messages in the literature. We're encouraged to think deeply about
people and society. In math, we focus on problem-solving and logical thinking, studying algebra, calculus, and
geometry to understand how math applies to real-world problems. Science class is more than just memorizing
facts. We learn to ask questions, design experiments, and think critically about scientific theories. Doing
experiments in labs helps us be curious and improve our analytical skills. History class looks at global events, not
just what happened but why and how it influenced the world. We learn to evaluate historical evidence, consider
different viewpoints, and make informed conclusions.

Learning a foreign language is required to help us understand different cultures and improve our communication
skills. Throughout high school, I'm encouraged to think critically, express my thoughts well in writing and speech,
and use my knowledge in real-life situations. The curriculum is designed to give me a strong foundation in
important subjects, preparing me for success in college, jobs, and life after school. This approach ensures that my
education is thorough and well-rounded, with a focus on thinking and learning, getting me ready for the future.

JOSEPH SCHWAB

 Thinks that the sole source of curriculum is a discipline, thus the subject area such as Science,
Mathematics, Social Studies, English and many more. In college, academic disciplines are labelled as
humanities, sciences, languages, mathematics among others. He coined the word discipline as a ruling
doctrine for curriculum development.

In my school journey, I've noticed a strong connection with Joseph Schwab's idea about how academic subjects
shape what we learn. In elementary school, we had subjects like Science, Math, Social Studies, and English, each
with its own time and lessons. The goal was to give us a good understanding of these basic subjects. For example,
in science class, we did hands-on experiments to show that each subject was like a unique "discipline" with its
own set of knowledge and methods. In college, I saw a more advanced version of this idea. Academic disciplines
weren't just subjects but entire areas of study, like humanities, sciences, languages, and math. I chose to major in
mathematics and minor in physics, and the curriculum was carefully organized around these disciplines. Each
course went deep into the subject, focusing on both theory and practice, and encouraged us to think critically and
solve problems within the fields of math and physical science. In this context, the term "discipline" truly meant a
guiding principle for developing the curriculum, just as Schwab thought.

My experiences in education match Schwab's idea, highlighting how important academic subjects are in shaping
what we learn. This approach ensures a well-rounded and thorough learning experience, giving us a strong
foundation in each subject while also allowing us to specialize and become experts in the fields we choose to
study.

PHILLIP PHENIX

 Asserts that curriculum should consist entirely of knowledge which comes from various disciplines.

In my school experience, I strongly agree with Phillip Phenix's idea that the curriculum should be made up of
knowledge from different school subjects. This idea was clear in elementary school, where we learned Science,
Math, Social Studies, and English as separate subjects. Each subject taught us specific things, aiming to give us
a full understanding of each area. Science taught basic scientific ideas, math improved our math skills, social
studies explored history and society, and English covered language and literature. As I moved to high school, this
subject-focused approach continued, just like Phenix suggested. The goal was to understand specific subjects
deeply, and I took advanced courses in biology, math, history, and literature, each going into detail in its own
area. In college, things changed a bit. While still valuing knowledge from different subjects, there was more focus
on combining different areas of study. Courses encouraged us to think critically and see how knowledge connects
across fields. This made me appreciate the holistic nature of knowledge and how it connects in different subjects.

Even after formal school, the idea of always learning stuck with me, supporting Phenix's view. I kept learning
from various subjects through self-study, books, online courses, and talking to experts in different fields. This
approach emphasized the importance of having a broad and varied knowledge base, helping me grow personally
and intellectually. My education journey strongly agrees with Phenix's belief that the curriculum should include
knowledge from different school subjects, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded and interdisciplinary
education.