Question

Which of the following statements is correct with regard to the relationship between syllabus and curriculum?

• A. Syllabus is a part of curriculum.
• B. Curriculum is a part of syllabus.
• C. Syllabus is an annexure to the curriculum.
• D. Curriculum is an annexure to the syllabus.

Hint:

Remember: \[ \boxed{\text{Curriculum} = \text{Syllabus} + \text{Teaching Methods} + \text{Assessment} + \text{Learning Experiences}} \] Thus, the syllabus is only one component of the curriculum.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Concept: A curriculum is the complete educational plan that includes learning objectives, teaching methods, assessment strategies, co-curricular activities and the syllabus. A syllabus is a part of the curriculum that specifies the topics and content to be taught in a particular subject.

Step 1: Understand the relationship.
\[ \boxed{\text{Curriculum} \supset \text{Syllabus}} \] This means the syllabus is included within the curriculum.

Step 2: Analyse the options.

• Syllabus is a part of curriculum -- Correct. \checkmark
• Curriculum is a part of syllabus -- Incorrect.
• Syllabus is an annexure to the curriculum -- Incorrect.
• Curriculum is an annexure to the syllabus -- Incorrect.

Step 3: Final conclusion.
Hence, the correct statement is \[ \boxed{\text{Syllabus is a part of curriculum}.} \]