Explaining the objectives of problem-based curriculum model in preschool

Document Type : Original Article

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1 PhD student of Curriculum Planning, Department of Educational Sciences, Azadshahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Azadshahr, Iran.

2 Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Azadshahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Azadshahr, Iran.

3 Associate Professor, Department of Educational Sciences, Azadshahr Branch, Islamic Azad University, Azadshahr, Iran

Abstract

The aim of this study was Explaining the objectives of problem-based curriculum model in preschool. The research approach was qualitative. The research method was conventional content analysis. The statistical population was included by experts in the field of preschool education and educational sciences. The sampling method was criterion-based purposeful and the data collection method was semistructured interview with 10 informants that saturated with this number. Validity and reliability of the data were used. Contractual content analysis was used to analyze the data. The findings showed that the objectives of problem-based curriculum in preschool include "problem solving capability", "strengthening the spirit of questioning and seeking", "accountability and accountability", "strengthening the spirit of vitality", "comprehensive growth (general skills) " and "nurturing mental faculties". Therefore, it is suggested that according to the results of this study, the objectives of preschool curricula should be formulated and appropriate content should be prepared and implemented with these objectives.

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