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by Helen Eteri - Thursday, 4 July 2024, 4:22 PM
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Alternative Curriculum
Discuss the importance of Alternative Curriculum and how it contributes to the children's learning. Use two or three sources to support your discussion. Then read two of your colleagues' work and contribute positively.
Alternative Curriculum are various strategies, teaching and learning methods that are outside the usual teaching hours. It includes programs designed for pupils that focus on specific interests or learning styles to cater their needs (Hanreddy & Östlund, (2019)). For such, it is crucial especially for slow learners to motivate and empower them to achieve their full potential. However, in this composition it will basically zero in on the importance of Alternative Curriculum.
As a matter of fact, it offers different ways for learners to learn that go beyond traditional subjects and methods like drama, skit, spalla-ton, special class, cultural day and so forth. It keeps them interested and excited about learning by offering activities that they enjoy or hands-on activities. Also, encourages learners to think creatively and problem-solve in new ways. In addition, it allows them to explore their own interests and talents in real life situations (Kelly, Longbottom, Potts, & Williamson, (2004)). However, it contributes to children’s learning to explore their interests, develop diverse talents and build a well-rounded education.
To conclude, even it is the most difficult task since they work after working hours but very beneficial to understudies for improving and motivating them to achieve the highest qualification, acquire new intelligence and to learn new abilities that relates to real life situations.
References
Hanreddy, A., & Östlund, D. (2019). Alternate Curricula as a Barrier to Inclusive Education for Students With Intellectual Disabilities. International electronic journal of elementary education, 12 (3), 235-247.
Kelly, B., Longbottom, J., Potts, F., & Williamson, J. (2004). Applying Emotional Intelligence: Exploring the Promoting Alternative Thinking Strategies curriculum. Educational Psychology in Practice, 20, (3), 221-240.