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“Bridging Teaching and Learning: Models of Pedagogy and Patterns of Curriculum”

Models of Pedagogy and Patterns of Curriculum highlight how teaching and learning are shaped by both instructional approaches and curriculum design. Pedagogical models such as the didactic or traditional approach, which emphasizes direct instruction, contrast with constructivist, experiential, and social models that promote inquiry, hands-on learning, and collaboration. On the other hand, curriculum patterns provide the structure for content delivery, ranging from subject-centered curricula that prioritize discipline-based knowledge to learner-centered and problem-centered curricula that focus on student needs, interests, and real-life challenges. Integrated curricula further connect disciplines to show the relevance of knowledge across contexts. The interplay between pedagogy and curriculum is crucial, as the chosen teaching model often determines the most suitable curriculum pattern—for example, constructivist teaching aligns with problem-centered or integrated approaches, while didactic methods fit subject-centered designs. Together, these models and patterns ensure that education can address both the mastery of knowledge and the development of skills needed in the real world.