RATIONALE/OBJECTIVE:

To be developed.

RULE:

Curriculum development in the Cobb County School District shall be defined as those activities involved in the identification of content and objectives for instruction in relation to the goals of the school system, and the State of Georgia. The nature of the learner and the learning process as related to human growth and development shall be considered as curriculum is developed. The selection and evaluation of resources, the evaluation of student achievement and appropriate methodology shall be planned for in curriculum development. The curriculum shall include the content found in the Quality Core Curriculum document, with provision for specifically named courses and/or content prescribed by State Board policy. The professional staff of the Cobb County School District shall be expected to continuously engage in the process of curriculum development in order that the educational program of the school system can be maintained as a beneficial experience for students. Furthermore, the process of curriculum development shall be conducted according to the philosophy of the school system and provide for instruction for all levels from early childhood through adult education programs.

Legal Reference: OCGA 20-2-220; 20-2-26l

Adopted: 8/9/78
Reclassified an Administrative Rule: 9/1/04
Revised: 4/28/83; 8/8/84; 2/29/87; 7/28/94