Language curriculum

Eoin Jordan

doi:10.1016/B978-0-323-95504-1.00404-X

Language curriculum

Eoin Jordan

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This article provides an overview of language curricula and approaches to their design. It defines the term “language curriculum”, focusing on key curriculum components of aims, intended learning outcomes, methods of learning and teaching, syllabus, and assessment. Following this, a framework of three different approaches to language curriculum design is shared, detailing models of forward, central, and backward design. The final sections describe the potential influence on curricula of language teaching approaches and methods, cultural considerations, language competency frameworks, technological developments, and other local contextual needs.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	International encyclopedia of language and linguistics
Editors	Hilary Nesi, Petar Milin
Place of Publication	Amsterdam
Publisher	Elsevier
Volume	14
Edition	3rd
ISBN (Electronic)	9780443222863
ISBN (Print)	9780323955041
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-95504-1.00404-X
Publication status	Published - 4 Jun 2026

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Language curriculum
Curriculum development
Curriculum design
Curriculum studies
Language education
Language and education in multilingual settings
Language teaching theory and methods
CEFR
Central design
Forward design
Intended learning outcomes
Language competency frameworks

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