The Perception of Educational Leaders’ about the Relevance of Tyler’s Curriculum Model in Transforming the Learning Process in Karachi

Abstract

The aim of this paper is to examine the effectiveness of Tyler's Curriculum Model in transforming student learning in private schools in Karachi Districts. As the world races into the twenty-first century, defined by unanticipated technological advancements, globalization, and evolving socioeconomic dynamics, educators face the challenge of preparing students to succeed in an ever-changing environment. Among the various curricular models that have guided educational practices throughout the years, Ralph W. Tylеr's curriculum Model stands out due to its methodical approach and emphasis on defined objectives, appropriate learning experiences, and rigorous assessments. The researcher utilized a survey design, and the population was diverse, consisting of teachers from private schools founded in Karachi districts (South, East, and Central). A total of 124 samples were selected using cluster sampling and subsequently stratified random sampling, with 62 male and 62 female teachers. The research instrument had been developed and implemented to collect information, demographic data, and a questionnaire for school teachers. The collected data was analysed using inferential data and the Excel Sheet Formula. Two hypotheses were designed and tested using Chi-Square, Independent Sample t-test, and Anova. According to the study's findings, male and female teachers perceive Tyler's Model differently in terms of alignment with existing educational goals and evaluation. According to the findings, male and female teachers' perceptions of Tyler's Model's alignment with current educational goals and evaluation played a significant role in students' transformative changes in learning in Karachi's private schools. As a result, it has been revealed that Tyler's Model takes a methodical approach with predetermined objectives, which may not be easily adapted to the different learning needs and cultural diversity among Karachi pupils. Karachi's population is exceptionally diversified in terms of language, socioeconomic class, and cultural heritage. A uniform model may struggle to accommodate this variability successfully. Tyler's Model cannot be implemented successfully unless teachers are properly taught.

Keywords: Relevance, Tyler’s Curriculum Model, Transformative, Students’ Learning, Private