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Curriculum is broadly defined as the totality of
experience that students acquire in an educational
process. It refers to the subjects and academic
contents that students have to learn and master
during a course of study.
 Curriculum and its importance in Learner-Centred
Approach

Learner-centred curriculum is based upon

‘Constructivist theory of learning’.
In this approach students clearly express their
learning goals that are related to real life.
Here, teachers view learners as active inquirers who
use their previous knowledge and experiences ( both
mental and social).
Curriculum familiarises students with the learning
objectives.
It makes the tasks of learning purposeful and goal
oriented.
This makes them motivated towards learning as they
are aware of the types of behavioural changes
expected as learning outcomes.
A properly developed Curriculum is accompanied by
the Resource Materials In order to supplement It.
A curriculum is a properly developed framework of
the teaching learning process.
A well developed curriculum helps the learner in
their learning process from the beginning to the end
for the realization of the set learning objectives.
Realization of these learning objectives results in
overall growth and development in all aspects and
dimensions of the personality of the learners.
Advantages of learner –centred
curriculum

 Students take responsibility of their learning and get

themselves actively involved.
 As students participate directly in learning activities,
they show much interest and involvement in
learning.
 Student-centred curriculum helps to develop
multiple skills including physical and practical skills
among the students.
Disadvantages of Learner- Centred Curriculum

Students at secondary level are not mature enough to

know their future needs. Further, they may also
exaggerate their abilities.
There is a danger that essential contents to be learnt
and values requiring training may not find a place in
student- centred curriculum.
 In student-centred curriculum, instructional
materials and aids should be prepared by the subject
teacher himself.
 Conclusion

Curriculum is developed, designed and implemented

by the individual learners, though with the guidance
of teacher. This approach students clearly express
their learning goals that are related to real life.