Overview
The Education Reference Guide series is designed to provide a solid foundation for the research of various educationaltopics. This volume offers an introduction to the various methods of curriculum organization and the impactthey have on educators, students, and the subject matter itself. The essays begin with an overview of current Americancurriculum requirements and the different programs of study nationwide. The volume then examines the influences ofclassroom organization and outside pressures such as teacher education, open houses, and student internships.