Curriculum Change and Innovation

Curriculum Change and Innovation is an introductory textbook on Hong Kong’s school curriculum. Written in an approachable style using illustrative case studies, the textbook provides an introduction to the basic concepts and theories of “curriculum” as a field of study. It also discusses how sociopolitical and economic changes as well as technology advancements help transform teachers’ roles and reshape curriculum policies. The chapters cover a wide range of topics, including curriculum design, planning, implementation and evaluation. These discussions are included to help readers critically reflect on their roles as change agents in curriculum development.

Shirley S. Y. Yeung, John T. S. Lam, and Anthony W. L. Leung are assistant professors and Yiu Chun Lo is an associate professor, all in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the Hong Kong Institute of Education.