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Curriculum choices reflect societal values and beliefs from "summary" of Education and Power by Michael W. Apple
The curriculum choices made within educational systems are not neutral or objective decisions. Instead, they are deeply influenced by the values and beliefs of the society in which they exist. These choices reflect the dominant ideologies and power structures that shape our understanding of what is important for students to learn. In essence, the curriculum acts as a mirror that reflects, reinforces, and reproduces the societal norms and values that are deemed worthy of being passed on to the next generation. One of the key ways in which societal values and beliefs are embedded in the curriculum is through the selection of what knowledge is deemed valuable and worthy of study. This selection process is not arbitrary, but rather a reflection of what is considered important or legitimate knowledge by those in positions of power. For example, certain subjects such as math and science are often ...
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