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ABSTRACT
The objective of this research project was to study the making and development of a
curriculum in a preschool. Qualitative research methods were used and a case study
framework. The research study was conducted in a preschool in Reykjavík from
February through May 2003. The main results show that the preschool staff under-
stood the meaning of the concept ‘curriculum’ to encompass all the work done
together with the children in the preschool through the course of the day. The making
of the formal curriculum for the school was based on existing practises and
documents in the school rather than on the innovation of new ideas or new policies.
The staff’s general acceptance of the preschool’s ideology and work methods enabled
the focus of the school curriculum to be on the daily functionings of the preschool.
Overall belief in the clear school policy, consistent work methods, high staff morale,
and shared responsibility were positive aspects reflected in the formation and
execution of the school curriculum. The main weaknesses in the making of the
curriculum were shown to be insecurity of the staff concerning the concept
‘curriculum’ and how to create a school curriculum. Weaknesses in executing the
curriculum were staff insecurity regarding the ideology of the preschool and
implementation of particular aspects of the curriculum.
Ingveldur Hrönn Björnsdóttir er
leikskólaráðgjafi hjá Reykjavíkurborg
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