Economics in the School Curriculum.

Y

7

Curriculum Development; Curriculum Guides; Economics Education; Instructional Development; Interdisciplinary Approach; Media Selection; Secondary Education

Various approaches to developing and implementing economics curricula are explored, including positive and normative economics, teacher-developed informal curriculum, district-developed formal curriculum, "outside" curriculum, the infusion approach, or as a separate course. It is suggested that a "blend" of the alternatives may optimize the benefits of several alternatives. (CB)

1988

EJ361885