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Twelve tips for applying change models to curriculum design, development and delivery
Judy McKimm1, Paul Kneath Jones1
1a Medical School , Swansea University , Swansea , UK.
This study offers 12 practical tips for effective curriculum and program development, grounded in change management principles. These guidelines aid educational institutions in navigating complexity and fostering innovation for successful program delivery.
Area of Science:
- Business and Management
- Educational Development
- Organizational Change
Background:
- Curriculum and program development are critical for educational institutions across all levels.
- Existing tools for program development often overlook crucial contextual factors.
- Successful educational innovation requires a strategic approach to change.
Purpose of the Study:
- To provide practical guidance for curriculum and program development.
- To integrate change management principles into educational design.
- To foster successful educational innovation and program delivery.
Main Methods:
- Drawing from business and management literature.
- Incorporating authors' practical experience.
- Developing a set of 12 actionable tips based on change models.
Main Results:
- A framework of 12 tips for curriculum and program development.
- Guidance applicable to undergraduate, postgraduate, and continuing education.
- Emphasis on integrating change models for successful implementation.
Conclusions:
- Effective program development requires attention to environmental complexity and stakeholder engagement.
- Cultural and psychological factors are vital for successful educational change.
- Understanding the role of followers is essential for implementing new curricula and programs.
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