ED55020 Assignment 2 – Literature review to support an informed approach to curriculum planning in your subject/ phase (3000 words)
Identify an aspect of the curriculum in your subject/phase that is of interest to you.
Using the literature, provide a clear rationale outlining why this aspect of the curriculum is the focus.
• Introduction to include:
o The area of curriculum that interests you
o Description of the literature around this area
o Explanations of key terms from the literature
o Statement, using the literature and your experiences, on why this is an
important aspect to focus on
Critically discuss what the literature says about your chosen focus and how it will
inform your future curriculum organisation and planning.
• To include:
o Critical discussion of the literature around your focus
o Comparisons between different sources
o Counter arguments and evaluation of the literature
o Explanation as to how the literature will inform your planning
Draw conclusions, using evidence from the literature, that supports the intent (what
and why) for your planning.
• Conclusion to include:
o Justification of why this is important to include this aspect in planning, with
specific reference to the literature
o Summary of why teachers should plan this way with specific reference to the
literature
o Brief statement on what should be achieved from planning in the way you have
chosen
Work effectively within the set word limit. (Clear organisation and expression of ideas,
attention to vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and sentence structure, along with
appropriate use of quotations.) Adherence to Harvard referencing and other academic
conventions.
• Use of sub-headings to provide structure to your essay
• Check your sentences are succinct and coherent
• All statements made are referenced
• Harvard referencing used consistently throughout
• Proof read your work carefully to ensure you identify and correct errors
