`Each chapter in the book is firmly rooted in research and is well referenced as one would expect of such a book. It will be of particular use to people with an academic interest in this aspect of school management but will also be thought-provoking for those who are involved in the development of the curriculum within their institution' - escalate

This book explores many of the new aspects of the core business of schools and colleges, that is, the curriculum. Keeping the focus clearly on learning and teaching, the contributors explore the practical issues for managers at institutional level, within the context of their need to understand and analyze key educational values and principles. Part One presents overviews of theories and models of curriculum, while Part Two examines how these are applied through planning, monitoring and evaluating. Part Three explores in detail the various managerial roles within schools and colleges from leaders to those responsible for cross-curriculum work and special educational needs. The fourth part discusses the importance of effectively managing resources for the curriculum - the environment, support staff and finance.

Contributors use empirical research evidence to analyze current curriculum trends whilst proposing various new models which are likely to emerge in the 21st century.

PART ONE: STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT OF THE CURRICULUM
Framing Teaching and Learning in the 21st Century - Jacky Lumby
Models of Curriculum Organization - Neil Burton and David Middlewood, with Roy Blatchford
The Management Consequences of Different Models of Teaching and Learning - Peter Silcock and Mark Brundrett
PART TWO: OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT OF THE CURRICULUM
Managing the Planning of Learning and Teaching - Neil Burton
Managing Monitoring of the Curriculum - Brian Hardie
Curriculum Evaluation - Margaret Preedy
Measuring What We Value
PART THREE: ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IN CURRICULUM MANAGEMENT
Leadership of the Curriculum - David Middlewood
Setting the Vision
The Subject Leader - Christine Wise and Hugh Busher
Cross-Curriculum Co-Ordination - Les Bell
Meeting Individual Needs within an Inclusive Curriculum - Daniela Sommefeldt
FART FOUR: RESOURCING THE CURRICULUM
Managing the Learning Environment - Ann R J Briggs
Managing Curriculum Support Staff for Effective Learning - David Middlewood and Richard Parker
The Managment Resources for Learning - Ann R J Briggs and Neil Burton