Date Approved
8-4-2025
Graduate Degree Type
Project
Degree Name
Education-Instruction and Curriculum: Secondary Education (M.Ed.)
Degree Program
College of Education
First Advisor
Sherie Klee
Academic Year
2024/2025
Abstract
The modern world requires a workforce equipped with diverse, adaptable skills, yet many students remain unprepared due to outdated curriculum models that no longer align with current societal and professional demands. This project explores the growing disconnect between traditional educational systems and the skills needed in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. Current curricula often emphasize theoretical knowledge over practical application, leaving students ill-equipped to navigate real-world challenges. This project also proposes the development of a modernized secondary-level curriculum unit that prioritizes critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, ethics, and technological literacy. The proposed unit is designed to reflect student interests, promote engagement, and prepare learners for both personal and professional success. By fostering experiential learning, incorporating inclusive and relevant content, and emphasizing both hard and soft skills, this project aims to bridge the divide between education and the realities of the modern workforce, ultimately advocating for meaningful curriculum reform.
ScholarWorks Citation
Hugmeyer-Walsh, Krahseeva N., "The Need for Updated Curriculum" (2025). Culminating Experience Projects. 646.
https://scholarworks.gvsu.edu/gradprojects/646
