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Harvard
The first college in what was to be the United States, where curriculum focused on religion, humanities, and rationalism. -
Colonial America
Focal point of curriculum on the nature of subject matter only. -
Franklin Academy
Training given in practical academies. -
NEA
NEA was formed, bringing a more practical view to curriculum. -
Committee of Fifteen
This era brought a push for equal rights for elementary and secondary schools. Hardly any emphasis on choice or activities. -
Common Grounds
Universal elementary schooling became popular, in a "common school movement." -
Frank Bobbitt & "The Curriculum"
More experimentation with curriculum. An analysis of activities. Starting to become more child-centered with pedagogy. -
Eight-Year Study
Connecting high school curriculum with college curriculum. -
Curriculum Reform Movement
Minimal emphasis on actual teaching. Curriculum coming from federal government. Post-Sputnik national concern. -
New Risks
Beginning of accountability, and the successes and flaws that come with it. -
National Commission on Excellence in Education
Report on "A Nation at Risk." 5 new basics: 4 years English, 3 years Math, 3 years Science, 3 years Social Studies, and 1/2 year Computer Science. -
No Child Left Behind
Annual Yearly Progress required by schools. Emphasis on standardized, high-stakes testing.