Iranian Journal of Curriculum Studies

Iranian Journal of Curriculum Studies

Design and validation of preschool curriculum in Iran based on Bronfenbrenner's Ecological Theory

Document Type : Original Article

Authors
Mohammad Pahanhandepour 1
seyyed Ahmad hashemi 2
Mukhtar Ranjbar 3
Abbas Gholtash 4
1 Phd student of Curriculum Planning, Lamard Branch, Islamic Azad University, Lamard, Iran
2 Associate Professor, Department of Curriculum, Lamerd Branch, Islamic Azad University, Lamerd, Iran.
3 Assistant Professor, Management Department, Lamard Unit, Islamic Azad University, Lamard, Iran
4 Associate Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Marvdasht Branch, Islamic Azad University
Abstract
This research was carried out with the aim of designing a suitable model for preschool curriculum in Iran based on Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological theory. The current research was exploratory and based on a qualitative research strategy. By using the comparative content analysis method, the dimensions and components affecting the design of this model were examined and a suitable curriculum was presented. The scope of the research included the review of all valid scientific articles and using the purposeful sampling method until reaching theoretical saturation. The findings of research showed that, in shaping of the research model, dimensions: macro-governance management, attention to informing families, proportionality of preschool programs with society's culture, educational opportunities, use of creative teaching methods, comprehensiveness of educational content and attention to the educational environment is effective. Then, based on the elements of Klein's curriculum, the model of preschool curriculum in Iran based on Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological theory was presented.
Keywords
Curriculum
preschool
Bronfenbrenner's bio-ecological theory

Subjects

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  • Receive Date 28 August 2022
  • Revise Date 21 June 2023
  • Accept Date 03 July 2023